Moda - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Moda is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Moda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moda is 516686. The village covers a total geographical area of 1129.13 hectares and falls under the 364280 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Moda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moda
As per Census 2011, Moda village has a total population of 1,533 people, consisting of 746 males and 787 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 940 literate and 593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,533 | 746 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 86 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 940 | 501 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 245 | 348 |
Transport and Connectivity of Moda
Public transport in the Moda is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Moda.
| 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 Mahuva to Moda is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Moda is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Moda
Where is Moda located?
Moda village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moda?
Moda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moda?
The pincode of Moda is 364280.
What is the population of Moda?
Moda has a total population of 1,533, including 746 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Moda?
There are 325 households in Moda.
What is the literacy rate in Moda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moda is 61.32%. Male literacy is 67.16% and female literacy is 55.78%.