Botunda Village - Todaraisingh, Tonk
Botunda is a village situated in the Todaraisingh tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Todaraisingh and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Botunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Botunda is 093267. The village covers a total geographical area of 1306 hectares and falls under the 304804 pincode. Todaraisingh is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Botunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Botunda
As per Census 2011, Botunda village has a total population of 1,804 people, consisting of 898 males and 906 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 895 literate and 909 illiterate residents. Additionally, 379 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Botunda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,804 | 898 | 906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 142 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 195 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 63 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 895 | 588 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 909 | 310 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Botunda
Botunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bas Chatra | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Kurasya | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Beesalpur | West | 4.13 km |
| Rampura | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Rajmahal | South-West | 4.63 km |
| Bas Bhageerath | North-West | 4.89 km |
| Chandpura | North-East | 4.96 km |
| Tharola | North-West | 5.02 km |
| Kanwarawas | East | 5.08 km |
| Baneriya Charnan | South-East | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Botunda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Botunda. The nearest railway station is Bundi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Todaraisingh to Botunda is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Botunda is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Botunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Botunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Botunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Botunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Botunda
Where is Botunda located?
Botunda village is located in Todaraisingh Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Botunda?
Botunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Botunda?
The pincode of Botunda is 304804.
What is the population of Botunda?
Botunda has a total population of 1,804, including 898 males and 906 females.
How many households are there in Botunda?
There are 373 households in Botunda.
What is the literacy rate in Botunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Botunda is 49.61%. Male literacy is 65.48% and female literacy is 33.89%.