Machhang Moti - Dehgam, Gandhinagar
Machhang Moti is a village situated in the Dehgam taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dehgam and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Moti-nani Machhang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhang Moti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhang Moti is 511326. The village covers a total geographical area of 362 hectares and falls under the 382315 pincode. Dehgam is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Machhang Moti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Machhang Moti
According to the 2011 Census, Machhang Moti village had a total population of 1,022 people, including 534 males and 488 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.75%, with male literacy at 84.17% and female literacy at 68.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103.
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 | 1,022 | 534 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 57 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 404 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 130 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Machhang Moti
Machhang Moti 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 Machhang Moti
Public transport in the Machhang Moti is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machhang Moti.
| 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 Dehgam to Machhang Moti is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Machhang Moti is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machhang Moti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhang Moti 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machhang Moti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhang Moti 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machhang Moti
Where is Machhang Moti located?
Machhang Moti village is located in Dehgam Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Machhang Moti?
The Gram Panchayat of Machhang Moti is Moti-nani Machhang.
What is the pincode of Machhang Moti?
The pincode of Machhang Moti is 382315.
What is the population of Machhang Moti?
Machhang Moti had a total population of 1,022, including 534 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Machhang Moti?
Machhang Moti had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machhang Moti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machhang Moti was 76.75%. Male literacy was 84.17% and female literacy was 68.58%.