Mota Paliyad - Botad
Mota Paliyad is a village situated in the Botad taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Botad and around 105 km from Bhavnagar. Paliyad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mota Paliyad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Paliyad is 516016. The village covers a total geographical area of 3277 hectares and falls under the 364720 pincode. Botad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mota Paliyad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Botad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Paliyad
As per Census 2011, Mota Paliyad village has a total population of 11,977 people, consisting of 6,086 males and 5,891 females. The village has 2,255 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,825 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,891 literate and 5,086 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,709 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Paliyad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,977 | 6,086 | 5,891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,825 | 950 | 875 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,709 | 854 | 855 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 6,891 | 3,977 | 2,914 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,086 | 2,109 | 2,977 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Paliyad
Mota Paliyad 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 Mota Paliyad
Mota Paliyad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mota Paliyad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Botad to Mota Paliyad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Mota Paliyad is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Paliyad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Paliyad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mota Paliyad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mota Paliyad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mota Paliyad
Where is Mota Paliyad located?
Mota Paliyad village is located in Botad Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Paliyad?
The Gram Panchayat of Mota Paliyad is Paliyad.
What is the pincode of Mota Paliyad?
The pincode of Mota Paliyad is 364720.
What is the population of Mota Paliyad?
Mota Paliyad has a total population of 11,977, including 6,086 males and 5,891 females.
How many households are there in Mota Paliyad?
There are 2,255 households in Mota Paliyad.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Paliyad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Paliyad is 57.54%. Male literacy is 65.35% and female literacy is 49.47%.