Botanda - Jatani, Khordha
Botanda is a village situated in the Jatani tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Airfield (kapila Prasad) and around 20 km from Khordha . Padhanasani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Botanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Botanda is 407711. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 751002 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Botanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Botanda
According to the 2011 Census, Botanda village had a total population of 428 people, including 224 males and 204 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.01%, with male literacy at 93.07% and female literacy at 84.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 428 | 224 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 77 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 188 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 36 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Botanda
Botanda 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 Botanda
Botanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Botanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Botanda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Botanda is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Botanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Botanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Botanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Botanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Botanda
Where is Botanda located?
Botanda village is located in Jatani Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Botanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Botanda is Padhanasani.
What is the pincode of Botanda?
The pincode of Botanda is 751002.
What is the population of Botanda?
Botanda had a total population of 428, including 224 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Botanda?
Botanda had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Botanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Botanda was 89.01%. Male literacy was 93.07% and female literacy was 84.44%.