Botha - Umarkhed, Yavatmal
Botha is a village situated in the Umarkhed tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umarkhed and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Bothaone serves as the Gram Panchayat for Botha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Botha is 542945. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.66 hectares and falls under the 445206 pincode. Umarkhed is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Botha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Botha
As per Census 2011, Botha village has a total population of 791 people, consisting of 387 males and 404 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Botha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 | 387 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 267 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 120 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Botha
Botha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Marsul | South | 2.50 km |
| Chilli | East | 2.70 km |
| Ambali | West | 3.24 km |
| Shri Dattanagar | South | 3.88 km |
| Senad | North | 3.95 km |
| Kupti | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Sukali (jahagir ) | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Amanpur | East | 4.58 km |
| Beldari | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Nadgavhan | East | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Botha
Botha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khadki Bazar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkhed to Botha is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Botha is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Botha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Botha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Botha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Botha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Botha
Where is Botha located?
Botha village is located in Umarkhed Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Botha?
The Gram Panchayat of Botha is Bothaone.
What is the pincode of Botha?
The pincode of Botha is 445206.
What is the population of Botha?
Botha has a total population of 791, including 387 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Botha?
There are 161 households in Botha.
What is the literacy rate in Botha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Botha is 59.54%. Male literacy is 68.99% and female literacy is 50.50%.