Motia - Phulidumar, Banka
Motia is a village situated in the Phulidumar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulidumar and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kaitha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Motia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motia is 241324. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 813101 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Motia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Motia
According to the 2011 Census, Motia village had a total population of 473 people, including 241 males and 232 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.17%, with male literacy at 75.49% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201.
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 | 473 | 241 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 102 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 154 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 87 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Motia
Motia 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 Motia
Public transport in the Motia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Motia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Amarpur to Motia is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Motia is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Motia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Motia
Where is Motia located?
Motia village is located in Phulidumar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Motia?
The Gram Panchayat of Motia is Kaitha.
What is the pincode of Motia?
The pincode of Motia is 813101.
What is the population of Motia?
Motia had a total population of 473, including 241 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Motia?
Motia had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motia was 67.17%. Male literacy was 75.49% and female literacy was 58.33%.