Chirai Moti - Bhachau, Kachchh
Chirai Moti is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Chirai Moti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirai Moti is 506673. The village covers a total geographical area of 4835.42 hectares and falls under the 370140 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chirai Moti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandhidham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chirai Moti
As per Census 2011, Chirai Moti village has a total population of 3,953 people, consisting of 2,215 males and 1,738 females. The village has 940 households and a sex ratio of 784 females per 1,000 males. There are 675 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,699 literate and 2,254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chirai Moti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,953 | 2,215 | 1,738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 675 | 352 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 120 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,699 | 1,104 | 595 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,254 | 1,111 | 1,143 |
Nearby Villages of Chirai Moti
Chirai Moti 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 Chirai Moti
Chirai Moti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chirai Moti has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhachau to Chirai Moti is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Chirai Moti is about 73 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 Chirai Moti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirai Moti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chirai Moti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirai Moti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chirai Moti
Where is Chirai Moti located?
Chirai Moti village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirai Moti?
Chirai Moti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chirai Moti?
The pincode of Chirai Moti is 370140.
What is the population of Chirai Moti?
Chirai Moti has a total population of 3,953, including 2,215 males and 1,738 females.
How many households are there in Chirai Moti?
There are 940 households in Chirai Moti.
What is the literacy rate in Chirai Moti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirai Moti is 42.98%. Male literacy is 49.84% and female literacy is 34.23%.