Mohtara
Mohtara is a village located in Saja tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Saja (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Mohtara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mohtara unique in its vibrant Saja-Durg region. You’ll see Mohtara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mohtara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mohtara is 442120. The village spans a total geographical area of 914.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491993. Saja is nearest town to Mohtara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Mohtara
Population of Mohtara
According to the 2011 Census, Mohtara has a total population of about 2,379, with approximately 1,187 males and 1,192 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 372 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 924 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 35. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.18%, with male literacy at about 68.66% and female literacy near 49.75%. There are around 453 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mohtara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,379 | 1,187 | 1,192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 198 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 924 | 454 | 470 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,408 | 815 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 971 | 372 | 599 |
Connectivity of Mohtara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mohtara. As per the 2011 stats, Mohtara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mohtara
Knowing the nearby villages of Mohtara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mohtara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mohtara
- Where is Mohtara located?
- Mohtara village is situated in Saja Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mohtara?
- Mohtara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mohtara?
- The pincode of Mohtara is 491993, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mohtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mohtara is 2,379, with 1,187 males and 1,192 females.
- How many households are there in Mohtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mohtara village has a total of 453 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mohtara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mohtara is 59.18%. The male literacy rate is 68.66%, while the female literacy rate is 49.75%.