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
As per Census 2011, Motisar village has a total population of 1,645 people, consisting of 829 males and 816 females. The village has 293 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,036 literate and 609 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Motisar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,645, including 829 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Motisar?
There are 293 households in Motisar.
What is the literacy rate in Motisar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motisar is 62.98%. Male literacy is 74.43% and female literacy is 51.35%.