Bhotaka
Bhotaka is a village located in Kuakhia tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kuakhia (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Bhotaka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhotaka unique in its vibrant Kuakhia-Jajapur region. You’ll see Bhotaka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bhotaka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhotaka is 401497. The village spans a total geographical area of 226 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755009. Jajapur is nearest town to Bhotaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bhotaka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Korei Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jajpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bhotaka
Population of Bhotaka
According to the 2011 Census, Bhotaka has a total population of about 2,169, with approximately 1,111 males and 1,058 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 153 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 72. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.15%, with male literacy at about 82.18% and female literacy near 67.77%. There are around 430 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhotaka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,169 | 1,111 | 1,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 112 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 89 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,630 | 913 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 198 | 341 |
Connectivity of Bhotaka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhotaka. As per the 2011 stats, Bhotaka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhotaka
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhotaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhotaka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhotaka
- Where is Bhotaka located?
- Bhotaka village is situated in Kuakhia Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhotaka?
- Bhotaka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bhotaka?
- The pincode of Bhotaka is 755009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhotaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhotaka is 2,169, with 1,111 males and 1,058 females.
- How many households are there in Bhotaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhotaka village has a total of 430 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhotaka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhotaka is 75.15%. The male literacy rate is 82.18%, while the female literacy rate is 67.77%.