Bhakhar Moti - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Bhakhar Moti is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Bhakhar Moti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhakhar Moti is 507743. The village covers a total geographical area of 2077.43 hectares and falls under the 385510 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bhakhar Moti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhakhar Moti
According to the 2011 Census, Bhakhar Moti village had a total population of 6,587 people, including 3,282 males and 3,305 females, living in 1,144 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.17%, with male literacy at 78.55% and female literacy at 44.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 246, 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 | 6,587 | 3,282 | 3,305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,173 | 611 | 562 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 115 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,312 | 2,098 | 1,214 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,275 | 1,184 | 2,091 |
Nearby Villages of Bhakhar Moti
Bhakhar Moti 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 Bhakhar Moti
Public transport in the Bhakhar Moti is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bhakhar Moti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Bhakhar Moti is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Bhakhar Moti is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhakhar Moti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhakhar Moti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhakhar Moti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhakhar Moti 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhakhar Moti
Where is Bhakhar Moti located?
Bhakhar Moti village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhakhar Moti?
Bhakhar Moti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhakhar Moti?
The pincode of Bhakhar Moti is 385510.
What is the population of Bhakhar Moti?
Bhakhar Moti had a total population of 6,587, including 3,282 males and 3,305 females.
How many households are there in Bhakhar Moti?
Bhakhar Moti had 1,144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhakhar Moti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhakhar Moti was 61.17%. Male literacy was 78.55% and female literacy was 44.26%.