Bothi - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Bothi is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 72 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Basant Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bothi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bothi is 048886. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.03 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Bothi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bothi
As per Census 2011, Bothi village has a total population of 149 people, consisting of 71 males and 78 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bothi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 71 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 16 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Bothi
Bothi 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 Bothi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bothi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Bothi is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bothi is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bothi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bothi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bothi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bothi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bothi
Where is Bothi located?
Bothi village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bothi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bothi is Basant Kot.
What is the pincode of Bothi?
The pincode of Bothi is 262554.
What is the population of Bothi?
Bothi has a total population of 149, including 71 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Bothi?
There are 36 households in Bothi.
What is the literacy rate in Bothi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bothi is 69.80%. Male literacy is 77.46% and female literacy is 62.82%.