Samau Motavas - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Samau Motavas is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Samau Mota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samau Motavas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samau Motavas is 508375. The village covers a total geographical area of 1279.16 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Samau Motavas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samau Motavas
According to the 2011 Census, Samau Motavas village had a total population of 5,838 people, including 3,029 males and 2,809 females, living in 1,014 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.98%, with male literacy at 75.95% and female literacy at 49.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 732, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 5,838 | 3,029 | 2,809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 865 | 480 | 385 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 732 | 411 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,132 | 1,936 | 1,196 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,706 | 1,093 | 1,613 |
Nearby Villages of Samau Motavas
Samau Motavas 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 Samau Motavas
Public transport in the Samau Motavas is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Samau Motavas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Samau Motavas is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Samau Motavas is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samau Motavas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samau Motavas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samau Motavas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samau Motavas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Samau Motavas
Where is Samau Motavas located?
Samau Motavas village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samau Motavas?
The Gram Panchayat of Samau Motavas is Samau Mota.
What is the pincode of Samau Motavas?
The pincode of Samau Motavas is 385535.
What is the population of Samau Motavas?
Samau Motavas had a total population of 5,838, including 3,029 males and 2,809 females.
How many households are there in Samau Motavas?
Samau Motavas had 1,014 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samau Motavas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samau Motavas was 62.98%. Male literacy was 75.95% and female literacy was 49.34%.