Mota Desar - Una, Gir Somnath
Mota Desar is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from Una and around 170 km from Junagadh. Mota Desar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Desar is 515341. The village covers a total geographical area of 713.89 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mota Desar 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 Mota Desar
According to the 2011 Census, Mota Desar village had a total population of 4,519 people, including 2,303 males and 2,216 females, living in 777 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.59%, with male literacy at 76.09% and female literacy at 52.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142.
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 | 4,519 | 2,303 | 2,216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 695 | 354 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 73 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,470 | 1,483 | 987 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,049 | 820 | 1,229 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Desar
Mota Desar 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 Desar
Mota Desar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mota Desar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Mota Desar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Mota Desar is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Desar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Desar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mota Desar
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 Desar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mota Desar
Where is Mota Desar located?
Mota Desar village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Desar?
Mota Desar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Desar?
The pincode of Mota Desar is 362560.
What is the population of Mota Desar?
Mota Desar had a total population of 4,519, including 2,303 males and 2,216 females.
How many households are there in Mota Desar?
Mota Desar had 777 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Desar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Desar was 64.59%. Male literacy was 76.09% and female literacy was 52.64%.