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
According to the 2011 Census, Mota Ghana village had a total population of 2,062 people, including 1,054 males and 1,008 females, living in 327 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.36%, with male literacy at 72.88% and female literacy at 36.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 2,062 | 1,054 | 1,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 169 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,062, including 1,054 males and 1,008 females.
How many households are there in Mota Ghana?
Mota Ghana had 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Ghana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Ghana was 55.36%. Male literacy was 72.88% and female literacy was 36.90%.