Mota
Mota is a village located in Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 17km away from Palanpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Mota village. As per 2009 stats, Mota village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mota unique in its vibrant Palanpur-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Mota’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mota is 508123. The village spans a total geographical area of 1277.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385510. Palanpur is nearest town to Mota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mota village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Palanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mota
Population of Mota
According to the 2011 Census, Mota has a total population of about 5,469, with approximately 2,726 males and 2,743 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 722 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 399 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 26. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.11%, with male literacy at about 76.96% and female literacy near 47.36%. There are around 1,058 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,469 | 2,726 | 2,743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 722 | 379 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 193 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 3,397 | 2,098 | 1,299 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,072 | 628 | 1,444 |
Connectivity of Mota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mota. As per the 2011 stats, Mota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mota
Knowing the nearby villages of Mota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mota
- Where is Mota located?
- Mota village is situated in Palanpur Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mota?
- Mota serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mota?
- The pincode of Mota is 385510, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mota is 5,469, with 2,726 males and 2,743 females.
- How many households are there in Mota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mota village has a total of 1,058 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mota is 62.11%. The male literacy rate is 76.96%, while the female literacy rate is 47.36%.