Moti Matli - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Moti Matli is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Moti Matli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moti Matli is 513769. The village covers a total geographical area of 1752.63 hectares and falls under the 361013 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Moti Matli 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 Moti Matli
According to the 2011 Census, Moti Matli village had a total population of 1,504 people, including 802 males and 702 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.59%, with male literacy at 82.34% and female literacy at 65.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153, 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 | 1,504 | 802 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 83 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 82 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,013 | 592 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 210 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Moti Matli
Moti Matli 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 Moti Matli
Moti Matli 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 | 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 Moti Matli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Moti Matli is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moti Matli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moti Matli 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 Moti Matli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moti Matli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moti Matli
Where is Moti Matli located?
Moti Matli village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moti Matli?
Moti Matli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moti Matli?
The pincode of Moti Matli is 361013.
What is the population of Moti Matli?
Moti Matli had a total population of 1,504, including 802 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Moti Matli?
Moti Matli had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moti Matli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moti Matli was 74.59%. Male literacy was 82.34% and female literacy was 65.88%.