Mota Vadiya - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Mota Vadiya is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Mota Vadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Vadiya is 514122. The village covers a total geographical area of 1839.68 hectares and falls under the 360515 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Mota Vadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Vadiya
According to the 2011 Census, Mota Vadiya village had a total population of 2,482 people, including 1,241 males and 1,241 females, living in 437 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.51%, with male literacy at 77.79% and female literacy at 61.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 379.
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 | 2,482 | 1,241 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 129 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 201 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,539 | 865 | 674 |
| Illiterate Population | 943 | 376 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Vadiya
Mota Vadiya 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 Vadiya
Mota Vadiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamjodhpur to Mota Vadiya is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Mota Vadiya is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Vadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Vadiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mota Vadiya
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 Vadiya 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mota Vadiya
Where is Mota Vadiya located?
Mota Vadiya village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mota Vadiya?
Mota Vadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Vadiya?
The pincode of Mota Vadiya is 360515.
What is the population of Mota Vadiya?
Mota Vadiya had a total population of 2,482, including 1,241 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Mota Vadiya?
Mota Vadiya had 437 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Vadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Vadiya was 69.51%. Male literacy was 77.79% and female literacy was 61.16%.