Bhotamari - Chopra, Uttar Dinajpur
Bhotamari is a village situated in the Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopra and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Sonapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhotamari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhotamari is 308849. The village covers a total geographical area of 1586.36 hectares and falls under the 733202 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhotamari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhotamari
As per Census 2011, Bhotamari village has a total population of 12,375 people, consisting of 6,440 males and 5,935 females. The village has 2,382 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,807 literate and 6,568 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,056 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 981 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhotamari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,375 | 6,440 | 5,935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,209 | 1,138 | 1,071 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,056 | 1,067 | 989 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 981 | 497 | 484 |
| Literate Population | 5,807 | 3,397 | 2,410 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,568 | 3,043 | 3,525 |
Nearby Villages of Bhotamari
Bhotamari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Bhagalpur | East | 2.53 km |
| Theikalbari | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Andabari | West | 2.96 km |
| Mangurjan | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Uttar Bhagalpur | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Sonapur | North | 3.45 km |
| Paschim Mokarandapur | East | 3.59 km |
| Tarni | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Gorukhal | South | 3.69 km |
| Jiakhorigacha | North | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhotamari
Bhotamari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mangurjan, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Islampur to Bhotamari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Bhotamari is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhotamari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhotamari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhotamari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhotamari 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 Bhotamari
Where is Bhotamari located?
Bhotamari village is located in Chopra Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhotamari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhotamari is Sonapur.
What is the pincode of Bhotamari?
The pincode of Bhotamari is 733202.
What is the population of Bhotamari?
Bhotamari has a total population of 12,375, including 6,440 males and 5,935 females.
How many households are there in Bhotamari?
There are 2,382 households in Bhotamari.
What is the literacy rate in Bhotamari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhotamari is 46.93%. Male literacy is 52.75% and female literacy is 40.61%.