Mota Vadala - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Mota Vadala is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Mota Vadala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Vadala is 513791. The village covers a total geographical area of 3930.01 hectares and falls under the 361162 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mota Vadala 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 Vadala
According to the 2011 Census, Mota Vadala village had a total population of 4,129 people, including 2,139 males and 1,990 females, living in 902 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.92%, with male literacy at 81.39% and female literacy at 66.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 4,129 | 2,139 | 1,990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 194 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 55 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 2,795 | 1,583 | 1,212 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,334 | 556 | 778 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Vadala
Mota Vadala 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 Vadala
Public transport in the Mota Vadala is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalavad to Mota Vadala is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Mota Vadala is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Vadala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Vadala 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mota Vadala
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 Vadala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mota Vadala
Where is Mota Vadala located?
Mota Vadala village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Vadala?
Mota Vadala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Vadala?
The pincode of Mota Vadala is 361162.
What is the population of Mota Vadala?
Mota Vadala had a total population of 4,129, including 2,139 males and 1,990 females.
How many households are there in Mota Vadala?
Mota Vadala had 902 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Vadala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Vadala was 73.92%. Male literacy was 81.39% and female literacy was 66.01%.