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
According to the 2011 Census, Motipura village had a total population of 330 people, including 185 males and 145 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 784 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.53%, with male literacy at 84.00% and female literacy at 47.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 330 | 185 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 330, including 185 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Motipura?
Motipura had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motipura was 67.53%. Male literacy was 84.00% and female literacy was 47.11%.