Mota Asrana - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Mota Asrana is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Mota Asrana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Asrana is 516737. The village covers a total geographical area of 1343.52 hectares and falls under the 364280 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Mota Asrana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Asrana
According to the 2011 Census, Mota Asrana village had a total population of 3,169 people, including 1,583 males and 1,586 females, living in 524 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.95%, with male literacy at 81.18% and female literacy at 56.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 3,169 | 1,583 | 1,586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 292 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,799 | 1,048 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,370 | 535 | 835 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Asrana
Mota Asrana 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 Asrana
Public transport in the Mota Asrana is mainly available through bus services. Mota Asrana has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Mota Asrana is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Mota Asrana is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Asrana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Asrana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mota Asrana
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 Asrana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mota Asrana
Where is Mota Asrana located?
Mota Asrana village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Asrana?
Mota Asrana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Asrana?
The pincode of Mota Asrana is 364280.
What is the population of Mota Asrana?
Mota Asrana had a total population of 3,169, including 1,583 males and 1,586 females.
How many households are there in Mota Asrana?
Mota Asrana had 524 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Asrana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Asrana was 68.95%. Male literacy was 81.18% and female literacy was 56.98%.