Moti Vadal - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Moti Vadal 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 127 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Moti Vadal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moti Vadal is 516711. The village covers a total geographical area of 2816.18 hectares and falls under the 364530 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Moti Vadal 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 Moti Vadal
According to the 2011 Census, Moti Vadal village had a total population of 2,035 people, including 1,000 males and 1,035 females, living in 363 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.62%, with male literacy at 77.13% and female literacy at 60.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 2,035 | 1,000 | 1,035 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 143 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,207 | 661 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 828 | 339 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Moti Vadal
Moti Vadal 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 Moti Vadal
Moti Vadal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Moti Vadal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Moti Vadal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Moti Vadal is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moti Vadal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moti Vadal 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 Moti Vadal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moti Vadal 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 Moti Vadal
Where is Moti Vadal located?
Moti Vadal village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moti Vadal?
Moti Vadal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moti Vadal?
The pincode of Moti Vadal is 364530.
What is the population of Moti Vadal?
Moti Vadal had a total population of 2,035, including 1,000 males and 1,035 females.
How many households are there in Moti Vadal?
Moti Vadal had 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moti Vadal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moti Vadal was 68.62%. Male literacy was 77.13% and female literacy was 60.53%.