Motisar - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Motisar is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Una and around 200 km from Junagadh. Motisar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motisar is 515246. The village covers a total geographical area of 495.89 hectares and falls under the 362565 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Motisar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Motisar
According to the 2011 Census, Motisar village had a total population of 1,645 people, including 829 males and 816 females, living in 293 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.67%, with male literacy at 81.94% and female literacy at 58.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163, 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 | 1,645 | 829 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 76 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,036 | 617 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 609 | 212 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Motisar
Motisar 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 Motisar
Motisar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Una to Motisar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Motisar is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motisar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motisar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Motisar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motisar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Motisar
Where is Motisar located?
Motisar village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Motisar?
Motisar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Motisar?
The pincode of Motisar is 362565.
What is the population of Motisar?
Motisar had a total population of 1,645, including 829 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Motisar?
Motisar had 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motisar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motisar was 70.67%. Male literacy was 81.94% and female literacy was 58.77%.