Motipur - Patan, Durg
Motipur is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Durg district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Durg. Motipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motipur is 442643. The village covers a total geographical area of 462.5 hectares and falls under the 491111 pincode. Raipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Motipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Motipur
As per Census 2011, Motipur village has a total population of 1,318 people, consisting of 613 males and 705 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 879 literate and 439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Motipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,318 | 613 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 71 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 121 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 879 | 485 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 128 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Motipur
Motipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kapsi | East | 1.83 km |
| Amlidih | West | 2.03 km |
| Khamharia | North | 2.38 km |
| Jamgaon | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Sankra | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Jheet | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Kopedih | East | 3.73 km |
| Batang | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Bhathagaon | West | 3.88 km |
| Mahuda | East | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Motipur
Motipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhilai Cabin, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raipur to Motipur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Motipur is about 35 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 Motipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Motipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Motipur
Where is Motipur located?
Motipur village is located in Patan Tehsil, Durg district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motipur?
Motipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Motipur?
The pincode of Motipur is 491111.
What is the population of Motipur?
Motipur has a total population of 1,318, including 613 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Motipur?
There are 286 households in Motipur.
What is the literacy rate in Motipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motipur is 66.69%. Male literacy is 79.12% and female literacy is 55.89%.