Motimpur - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Motimpur is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Motimpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motimpur is 439603. The village covers a total geographical area of 663.22 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Motimpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Motimpur
As per Census 2011, Motimpur village has a total population of 519 people, consisting of 246 males and 273 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Motimpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 246 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 35 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 129 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 117 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Motimpur
Motimpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Botesur | West | 1.81 km |
| Bhadu Tola | East | 1.91 km |
| Kanwatola | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Ranidahara | South | 2.23 km |
| Pawantara | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Bhedra | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Bigarbharri | West | 3.75 km |
| Godhatola | South | 3.76 km |
| Chanatola | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Koylari | East | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Motimpur
Motimpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rasmara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahaspur-lohara to Motimpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Motimpur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motimpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motimpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Motimpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motimpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Motimpur
Where is Motimpur located?
Motimpur village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motimpur?
Motimpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Motimpur?
The pincode of Motimpur is 491996.
What is the population of Motimpur?
Motimpur has a total population of 519, including 246 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Motimpur?
There are 133 households in Motimpur.
What is the literacy rate in Motimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motimpur is 38.34%. Male literacy is 52.44% and female literacy is 25.64%.