Motia - Netrang, Bharuch
Motia is a village situated in the Netrang taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 36 km from Valia and around 72 km from Bharuch. Atkhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Motia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motia is 522478. The village covers a total geographical area of 920.07 hectares and falls under the 393130 pincode. Anklesvar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Motia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Motia
According to the 2011 Census, Motia village had a total population of 906 people, including 439 males and 467 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.25%, with male literacy at 75.19% and female literacy at 49.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 904.
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 | 906 | 439 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 44 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 904 | 438 | 466 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 297 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 142 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Motia
Motia 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 Motia
Public transport in the Motia is mainly available through shared van 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 Anklesvar to Motia is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Motia is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Motia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motia 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 Motia
Where is Motia located?
Motia village is located in Netrang Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motia?
The Gram Panchayat of Motia is Atkhol.
What is the pincode of Motia?
The pincode of Motia is 393130.
What is the population of Motia?
Motia had a total population of 906, including 439 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Motia?
Motia had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motia was 62.25%. Male literacy was 75.19% and female literacy was 49.63%.