Motipura - Dehgam, Gandhinagar
Motipura is a village situated in the Dehgam taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dehgam and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Motipura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motipura is 511367. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.24 hectares and falls under the 382308 pincode. Dehgam is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Motipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Motipura
According to the 2011 Census, Motipura village had a total population of 707 people, including 355 males and 352 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.89%, with male literacy at 93.77% and female literacy at 76.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 707 | 355 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 66 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 271 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 84 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Motipura
Motipura 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 Motipura
Public transport in the Motipura 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 Dehgam to Motipura is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Motipura is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motipura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Motipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motipura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Motipura
Where is Motipura located?
Motipura village is located in Dehgam Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Motipura?
Motipura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Motipura?
The pincode of Motipura is 382308.
What is the population of Motipura?
Motipura had a total population of 707, including 355 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Motipura?
Motipura had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motipura was 84.89%. Male literacy was 93.77% and female literacy was 76.33%.