Ajapur Mota - Amirgadh, Banas Kantha
Ajapur Mota is a village situated in the Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iqbalgadh and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Surela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ajapur Mota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajapur Mota is 507800. The village covers a total geographical area of 564.48 hectares and falls under the 385135 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Ajapur Mota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajapur Mota
According to the 2011 Census, Ajapur Mota village had a total population of 1,283 people, including 630 males and 653 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.25%, with male literacy at 69.70% and female literacy at 49.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,283.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,283 | 630 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 168 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,283 | 630 | 653 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 322 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 308 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Ajapur Mota
Ajapur Mota is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ajapur Mota
Public transport in the Ajapur Mota is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palanpur to Ajapur Mota is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ajapur Mota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajapur Mota 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 Ajapur Mota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajapur Mota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ajapur Mota
Where is Ajapur Mota located?
Ajapur Mota village is located in Amirgadh Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajapur Mota?
The Gram Panchayat of Ajapur Mota is Surela.
What is the pincode of Ajapur Mota?
The pincode of Ajapur Mota is 385135.
What is the population of Ajapur Mota?
Ajapur Mota had a total population of 1,283, including 630 males and 653 females.
How many households are there in Ajapur Mota?
Ajapur Mota had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ajapur Mota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajapur Mota was 59.25%. Male literacy was 69.70% and female literacy was 49.60%.