Mota Malpara - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Mota Malpara is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Mota Malpara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Malpara is 516702. The village covers a total geographical area of 736.71 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mota Malpara 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 Malpara
As per Census 2011, Mota Malpara village has a total population of 1,139 people, consisting of 590 males and 549 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 699 literate and 440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Malpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,139 | 590 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 85 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 106 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 428 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 162 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Malpara
Mota Malpara 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 Malpara
Mota Malpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Mota Malpara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Mota Malpara is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Malpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Malpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mota Malpara
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 Malpara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mota Malpara
Where is Mota Malpara located?
Mota Malpara village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Malpara?
Mota Malpara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Malpara?
The pincode of Mota Malpara is 364295.
What is the population of Mota Malpara?
Mota Malpara has a total population of 1,139, including 590 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Mota Malpara?
There are 238 households in Mota Malpara.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Malpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Malpara is 61.37%. Male literacy is 72.54% and female literacy is 49.36%.