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.
Here you can discover what makes Mohtara unique in its vibrant Nawagarh-Janjgir Champa 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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Mohtara has a total population of about 819, with approximately 423 males and 396 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 29 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.70%, with male literacy at about 64.30% and female literacy near 44.44%. There are around 182 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 | 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 |
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%.