Mota Vagudad - Dhrol, Jamnagar
Mota Vagudad 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 54 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Mota Vagudad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Vagudad is 513743. The village covers a total geographical area of 2196.08 hectares and falls under the 361210 pincode. Dhrol is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mota Vagudad 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 Vagudad
According to the 2011 Census, Mota Vagudad village had a total population of 2,034 people, including 1,093 males and 941 females, living in 374 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.01%, with male literacy at 84.16% and female literacy at 75.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 2,034 | 1,093 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 146 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 119 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,445 | 797 | 648 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 296 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Vagudad
Mota Vagudad 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 Vagudad
Public transport in the Mota Vagudad is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhrol to Mota Vagudad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Mota Vagudad is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Vagudad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Vagudad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mota Vagudad
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 Vagudad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mota Vagudad
Where is Mota Vagudad located?
Mota Vagudad village is located in Dhrol Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Vagudad?
Mota Vagudad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Vagudad?
The pincode of Mota Vagudad is 361210.
What is the population of Mota Vagudad?
Mota Vagudad had a total population of 2,034, including 1,093 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Mota Vagudad?
Mota Vagudad had 374 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Vagudad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Vagudad was 80.01%. Male literacy was 84.16% and female literacy was 75.44%.