Moti Dharai - Vallabhipur, Bhavnagar
Moti Dharai is a village situated in the Vallabhipur taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vallabhipur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Moti Dharai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moti Dharai is 516059. The village covers a total geographical area of 1370.98 hectares and falls under the 364313 pincode. Vallabhipur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Moti Dharai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moti Dharai
According to the 2011 Census, Moti Dharai village had a total population of 843 people, including 436 males and 407 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.20%, with male literacy at 83.46% and female literacy at 70.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 843 | 436 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 328 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 108 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Moti Dharai
Moti Dharai 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 Dharai
Public transport in the Moti Dharai 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 Vallabhipur to Moti Dharai is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Moti Dharai is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moti Dharai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moti Dharai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moti Dharai
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 Dharai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moti Dharai
Where is Moti Dharai located?
Moti Dharai village is located in Vallabhipur Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moti Dharai?
Moti Dharai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moti Dharai?
The pincode of Moti Dharai is 364313.
What is the population of Moti Dharai?
Moti Dharai had a total population of 843, including 436 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Moti Dharai?
Moti Dharai had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moti Dharai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moti Dharai was 77.20%. Male literacy was 83.46% and female literacy was 70.54%.