Motisari - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Motisari is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Motisari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motisari is 516479. The village covers a total geographical area of 517.94 hectares and falls under the 364275 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Motisari 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 Motisari
According to the 2011 Census, Motisari village had a total population of 234 people, including 113 males and 121 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.32%, with male literacy at 93.14% and female literacy at 83.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 234 | 113 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 95 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 18 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Motisari
Motisari 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 Motisari
Public transport in the Motisari is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Motisari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Palitana to Motisari is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Motisari is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motisari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motisari 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 Motisari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motisari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Motisari
Where is Motisari located?
Motisari village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Motisari?
Motisari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Motisari?
The pincode of Motisari is 364275.
What is the population of Motisari?
Motisari had a total population of 234, including 113 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Motisari?
Motisari had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motisari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motisari was 88.32%. Male literacy was 93.14% and female literacy was 83.93%.