Mohtara
Mohtara is a village located in Nawagarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nawagarh (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Devari is the gram panchayat of Mohtara village.
Mohtara has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mohtara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mohtara is 436802. The village spans a total geographical area of 355.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495557. Shivrinarayan is nearest town to Mohtara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mohtara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mohtara
Population of Mohtara
Below is a concise population overview of Mohtara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 819 | 423 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 448 | 272 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 151 | 220 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mohtara village:
- The total population of Mohtara village is around 819, including approximately 423 males and 396 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Mohtara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mohtara village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Mohtara village is about 54.70%, with male literacy at 64.30% and female literacy at 44.44%.
- There are around 182 households in Mohtara village.
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 Nawagarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mohtara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mohtara is Devari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mohtara?
- The pincode of Mohtara is 495557, 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 819, with 423 males and 396 females.
- How many households are there in Mohtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mohtara village has a total of 182 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mohtara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mohtara is 54.70%. The male literacy rate is 64.30%, while the female literacy rate is 44.44%.