Mota Garajiya - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Mota Garajiya is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Mota Garajiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Garajiya is 516527. The village covers a total geographical area of 531.6 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Mota Garajiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Garajiya
As per Census 2011, Mota Garajiya village has a total population of 3,005 people, consisting of 1,558 males and 1,447 females. The village has 464 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 616 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,015 literate and 990 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Garajiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,005 | 1,558 | 1,447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 616 | 306 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,015 | 1,112 | 903 |
| Illiterate Population | 990 | 446 | 544 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Garajiya
Mota Garajiya 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 Garajiya
Public transport in the Mota Garajiya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mota Garajiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Palitana to Mota Garajiya is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Mota Garajiya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Garajiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Garajiya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mota Garajiya
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 Garajiya 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mota Garajiya
Where is Mota Garajiya located?
Mota Garajiya village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Garajiya?
Mota Garajiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Garajiya?
The pincode of Mota Garajiya is 364270.
What is the population of Mota Garajiya?
Mota Garajiya has a total population of 3,005, including 1,558 males and 1,447 females.
How many households are there in Mota Garajiya?
There are 464 households in Mota Garajiya.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Garajiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Garajiya is 67.05%. Male literacy is 71.37% and female literacy is 62.40%.