Mota Khokhara - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Mota Khokhara is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Mota Khokhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Khokhara is 516312. The village covers a total geographical area of 1737.95 hectares and falls under the 364050 pincode. Bhavnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mota Khokhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Khokhara
According to the 2011 Census, Mota Khokhara village had a total population of 3,858 people, including 2,012 males and 1,846 females, living in 554 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.39%, with male literacy at 86.80% and female literacy at 71.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 3,858 | 2,012 | 1,846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 626 | 338 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,566 | 1,453 | 1,113 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,292 | 559 | 733 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Khokhara
Mota Khokhara 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 Khokhara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mota Khokhara.
| 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 Bhavnagar to Mota Khokhara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Khokhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Khokhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mota Khokhara
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 Khokhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mota Khokhara
Where is Mota Khokhara located?
Mota Khokhara village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mota Khokhara?
Mota Khokhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Khokhara?
The pincode of Mota Khokhara is 364050.
What is the population of Mota Khokhara?
Mota Khokhara had a total population of 3,858, including 2,012 males and 1,846 females.
How many households are there in Mota Khokhara?
Mota Khokhara had 554 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Khokhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Khokhara was 79.39%. Male literacy was 86.80% and female literacy was 71.44%.