Mota Itala - Dhrol, Jamnagar
Mota Itala is a village situated in the Dhrol taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhrol and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Mota Itala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Itala is 513747. The village covers a total geographical area of 1202.71 hectares and falls under the 361210 pincode. Dhrol is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mota Itala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Itala
As per Census 2011, Mota Itala village has a total population of 1,358 people, consisting of 685 males and 673 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 878 literate and 480 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Itala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,358 | 685 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 77 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 878 | 488 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 197 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Itala
Mota Itala 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 Itala
Public transport in the Mota Itala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mota Itala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dhrol to Mota Itala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Mota Itala is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Itala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Itala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mota Itala
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 Itala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mota Itala
Where is Mota Itala located?
Mota Itala village is located in Dhrol Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Itala?
Mota Itala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Itala?
The pincode of Mota Itala is 361210.
What is the population of Mota Itala?
Mota Itala has a total population of 1,358, including 685 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Mota Itala?
There are 294 households in Mota Itala.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Itala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Itala is 64.65%. Male literacy is 71.24% and female literacy is 57.95%.