Mota Surka
Mota Surka is a village located in Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Sihor (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Mota Surka village is also a gram panchayat.
Mota Surka has its own place in the vibrant Bhavnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mota Surka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mota Surka is 516363. The village spans a total geographical area of 673.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364240. Sihor is nearest town to Mota Surka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mota Surka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Mota Surka
Below is a concise population overview of Mota Surka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,535 | 1,808 | 1,727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 194 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 714 | 381 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,339 | 1,372 | 967 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,196 | 436 | 760 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mota Surka village:
- The total population of Mota Surka village is around 3,535, including approximately 1,808 males and 1,727 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 387 children aged 0–6 years in Mota Surka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mota Surka village has 714 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mota Surka village is about 66.17%, with male literacy at 75.88% and female literacy at 55.99%.
- There are around 696 households in Mota Surka village.
Connectivity of Mota Surka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mota Surka. As per the 2011 stats, Mota Surka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Mota Surka
Knowing the nearby villages of Mota Surka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mota Surka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mota Surka
- Where is Mota Surka located?
- Mota Surka village is situated in Sihor Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mota Surka?
- Mota Surka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mota Surka?
- The pincode of Mota Surka is 364240, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mota Surka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mota Surka is 3,535, with 1,808 males and 1,727 females.
- How many households are there in Mota Surka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mota Surka village has a total of 696 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mota Surka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mota Surka is 66.17%. The male literacy rate is 75.88%, while the female literacy rate is 55.99%.