Mota Ghana - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Mota Ghana is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Mota Ghana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Ghana is 516641. The village covers a total geographical area of 978.63 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mota Ghana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Ghana
As per Census 2011, Mota Ghana village has a total population of 2,062 people, consisting of 1,054 males and 1,008 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 337 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 955 literate and 1,107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Ghana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,062 | 1,054 | 1,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 169 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 955 | 645 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,107 | 409 | 698 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Ghana
Mota Ghana 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 Ghana
Mota Ghana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talaja to Mota Ghana is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Mota Ghana is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Ghana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Ghana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mota Ghana
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 Ghana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mota Ghana
Where is Mota Ghana located?
Mota Ghana village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Ghana?
Mota Ghana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Ghana?
The pincode of Mota Ghana is 364140.
What is the population of Mota Ghana?
Mota Ghana has a total population of 2,062, including 1,054 males and 1,008 females.
How many households are there in Mota Ghana?
There are 327 households in Mota Ghana.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Ghana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Ghana is 46.31%. Male literacy is 61.20% and female literacy is 30.75%.