Mota Bhavda - Okhamandal, Devbhumi Dwarka
Mota Bhavda is a village situated in the Okhamandal taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from Dwarka and around 154 km from Jamnagar. Mota Bhavda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Bhavda is 513472. The village covers a total geographical area of 1913.13 hectares and falls under the 361335 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mota Bhavda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Bhavda
According to the 2011 Census, Mota Bhavda village had a total population of 721 people, including 355 males and 366 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.62%, with male literacy at 53.98% and female literacy at 35.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 721 | 355 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 66 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 28 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 156 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 199 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Bhavda
Mota Bhavda 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 Bhavda
Mota Bhavda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Mota Bhavda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarka to Mota Bhavda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Mota Bhavda is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Bhavda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Bhavda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mota Bhavda
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 Bhavda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mota Bhavda
Where is Mota Bhavda located?
Mota Bhavda village is located in Okhamandal Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Bhavda?
Mota Bhavda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Bhavda?
The pincode of Mota Bhavda is 361335.
What is the population of Mota Bhavda?
Mota Bhavda had a total population of 721, including 355 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Mota Bhavda?
Mota Bhavda had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Bhavda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Bhavda was 44.62%. Male literacy was 53.98% and female literacy was 35.47%.