Botalama - Banki, Cuttack
Botalama is a village situated in the Banki tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banki and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Anuary serves as the Gram Panchayat for Botalama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Botalama is 398951. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 754009 pincode. Banki is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Botalama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Botalama
As per Census 2011, Botalama village has a total population of 1,078 people, consisting of 552 males and 526 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 699 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 901 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Botalama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,078 | 552 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 65 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 901 | 454 | 447 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 434 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 118 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Botalama
Botalama is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Botalama
Botalama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banki to Botalama is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Botalama is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Botalama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Botalama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Botalama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Botalama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Botalama
Where is Botalama located?
Botalama village is located in Banki Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Botalama?
The Gram Panchayat of Botalama is Anuary.
What is the pincode of Botalama?
The pincode of Botalama is 754009.
What is the population of Botalama?
Botalama has a total population of 1,078, including 552 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Botalama?
There are 265 households in Botalama.
What is the literacy rate in Botalama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Botalama is 64.84%. Male literacy is 78.62% and female literacy is 50.38%.