Mota Khuntavada - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Mota Khuntavada is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Mota Khuntavada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Khuntavada is 516715. The village covers a total geographical area of 3225.86 hectares and falls under the 364280 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mota Khuntavada 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 Mota Khuntavada
As per Census 2011, Mota Khuntavada village has a total population of 10,334 people, consisting of 5,295 males and 5,039 females. The village has 2,058 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,694 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,829 literate and 4,505 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Khuntavada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,334 | 5,295 | 5,039 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,694 | 911 | 783 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 208 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 5,829 | 3,396 | 2,433 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,505 | 1,899 | 2,606 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Khuntavada
Mota Khuntavada 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 Khuntavada
Mota Khuntavada 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 Khuntavada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mota Khuntavada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Mota Khuntavada 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 Khuntavada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Khuntavada 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 Khuntavada
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 Khuntavada 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 Khuntavada
Where is Mota Khuntavada located?
Mota Khuntavada village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Khuntavada?
Mota Khuntavada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Khuntavada?
The pincode of Mota Khuntavada is 364280.
What is the population of Mota Khuntavada?
Mota Khuntavada has a total population of 10,334, including 5,295 males and 5,039 females.
How many households are there in Mota Khuntavada?
There are 2,058 households in Mota Khuntavada.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Khuntavada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Khuntavada is 56.41%. Male literacy is 64.14% and female literacy is 48.28%.