Mota Jadra - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Mota Jadra is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Mota Jadra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Jadra is 516790. The village covers a total geographical area of 1038.83 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mota Jadra 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 Jadra
As per Census 2011, Mota Jadra village has a total population of 3,297 people, consisting of 1,670 males and 1,627 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 524 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,804 literate and 1,493 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Jadra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,297 | 1,670 | 1,627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 524 | 254 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,804 | 1,116 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,493 | 554 | 939 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Jadra
Mota Jadra 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 Jadra
Mota Jadra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Mota Jadra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jadra is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Mota Jadra is about 106 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 Jadra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Jadra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mota Jadra
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 Jadra 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 Jadra
Where is Mota Jadra located?
Mota Jadra village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Jadra?
Mota Jadra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Jadra?
The pincode of Mota Jadra is 364290.
What is the population of Mota Jadra?
Mota Jadra has a total population of 3,297, including 1,670 males and 1,627 females.
How many households are there in Mota Jadra?
There are 488 households in Mota Jadra.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Jadra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Jadra is 54.72%. Male literacy is 66.83% and female literacy is 42.29%.