Motasada - Danta, Banas Kantha
Motasada is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Motasada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motasada is 507902. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.44 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Motasada 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 Motasada
According to the 2011 Census, Motasada village had a total population of 2,372 people, including 1,211 males and 1,161 females, living in 485 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.02%, with male literacy at 87.85% and female literacy at 63.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 437, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,372 | 1,211 | 1,161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 149 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 225 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,585 | 933 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 278 | 509 |
Nearby Villages of Motasada
Motasada 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 Motasada
Public transport in the Motasada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Motasada is about 30 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 Motasada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motasada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Motasada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motasada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Motasada
Where is Motasada located?
Motasada village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Motasada?
Motasada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Motasada?
The pincode of Motasada is 385120.
What is the population of Motasada?
Motasada had a total population of 2,372, including 1,211 males and 1,161 females.
How many households are there in Motasada?
Motasada had 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motasada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motasada was 76.02%. Male literacy was 87.85% and female literacy was 63.73%.