Moti Mandavali - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Moti Mandavali is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Moti Mandavali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moti Mandavali is 516565. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.02 hectares and falls under the 364260 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Moti Mandavali 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 Moti Mandavali
According to the 2011 Census, Moti Mandavali village had a total population of 1,036 people, including 492 males and 544 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.70%, with male literacy at 83.92% and female literacy at 59.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 1,036 | 492 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 355 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 137 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Moti Mandavali
Moti Mandavali 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 Moti Mandavali
Moti Mandavali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Moti Mandavali is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Moti Mandavali is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moti Mandavali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moti Mandavali 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 Moti Mandavali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moti Mandavali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Moti Mandavali
Where is Moti Mandavali located?
Moti Mandavali village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Moti Mandavali?
Moti Mandavali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moti Mandavali?
The pincode of Moti Mandavali is 364260.
What is the population of Moti Mandavali?
Moti Mandavali had a total population of 1,036, including 492 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Moti Mandavali?
Moti Mandavali had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moti Mandavali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moti Mandavali was 70.70%. Male literacy was 83.92% and female literacy was 59.00%.