Motipura - Danta, Banas Kantha
Motipura is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Solsanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Motipura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motipura is 507980. The village covers a total geographical area of 414.31 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Motipura 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 Motipura
As per Census 2011, Motipura village has a total population of 330 people, consisting of 185 males and 145 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 783 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Motipura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 330 | 185 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 126 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 59 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Motipura
Motipura 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 Motipura
Motipura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Motipura is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motipura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Motipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motipura 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Motipura
Where is Motipura located?
Motipura village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motipura?
The Gram Panchayat of Motipura is Solsanda.
What is the pincode of Motipura?
The pincode of Motipura is 385120.
What is the population of Motipura?
Motipura has a total population of 330, including 185 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Motipura?
There are 76 households in Motipura.
What is the literacy rate in Motipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motipura is 55.45%. Male literacy is 68.11% and female literacy is 39.31%.