Motha - Una, Gir Somnath
Motha is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from Una and around 175 km from Junagadh. Motha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motha is 515346. The village covers a total geographical area of 556.63 hectares and falls under the 362550 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Motha 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 Motha
According to the 2011 Census, Motha village had a total population of 3,655 people, including 1,855 males and 1,800 females, living in 629 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.51%, with male literacy at 83.52% and female literacy at 53.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 568, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 3,655 | 1,855 | 1,800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 296 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 568 | 301 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,121 | 1,302 | 819 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,534 | 553 | 981 |
Nearby Villages of Motha
Motha 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 Motha
Motha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Motha.
| 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 Una to Motha is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Motha is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Motha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motha 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Motha
Where is Motha located?
Motha village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motha?
Motha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Motha?
The pincode of Motha is 362550.
What is the population of Motha?
Motha had a total population of 3,655, including 1,855 males and 1,800 females.
How many households are there in Motha?
Motha had 629 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motha was 68.51%. Male literacy was 83.52% and female literacy was 53.29%.