Mota Umarda - Gadhada, Botad
Mota Umarda is a village situated in the Gadhada taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from Gadhada and around 70 km from Bhavnagar. Mota Umarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Umarda is 516181. The village covers a total geographical area of 911.8 hectares and falls under the 364740 pincode. Gadhada is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Mota Umarda 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 Mota Umarda
As per Census 2011, Mota Umarda village has a total population of 1,403 people, consisting of 710 males and 693 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 926 literate and 477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Umarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,403 | 710 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 94 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 926 | 542 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 168 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Umarda
Mota Umarda 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 Umarda
Public transport in the Mota Umarda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mota Umarda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhada to Mota Umarda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Mota Umarda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Umarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Umarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mota Umarda
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 Umarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mota Umarda
Where is Mota Umarda located?
Mota Umarda village is located in Gadhada Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Umarda?
Mota Umarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Umarda?
The pincode of Mota Umarda is 364740.
What is the population of Mota Umarda?
Mota Umarda has a total population of 1,403, including 710 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Mota Umarda?
There are 269 households in Mota Umarda.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Umarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Umarda is 66.00%. Male literacy is 76.34% and female literacy is 55.41%.