Layja Mota - Mandvi, Kachchh
Layja Mota is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Janakpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Layja Mota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Layja Mota is 507246. The village covers a total geographical area of 3071.91 hectares and falls under the 370475 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Layja Mota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Layja Mota
As per Census 2011, Layja Mota village has a total population of 2,947 people, consisting of 1,495 males and 1,452 females. The village has 599 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 427 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,852 literate and 1,095 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Layja Mota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,947 | 1,495 | 1,452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 226 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 185 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,852 | 1,043 | 809 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,095 | 452 | 643 |
Nearby Villages of Layja Mota
Layja Mota 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 Layja Mota
Layja Mota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Mandvi to Layja Mota is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Layja Mota is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Layja Mota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Layja Mota 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 Layja Mota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Layja Mota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Layja Mota
Where is Layja Mota located?
Layja Mota village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Layja Mota?
The Gram Panchayat of Layja Mota is Janakpar.
What is the pincode of Layja Mota?
The pincode of Layja Mota is 370475.
What is the population of Layja Mota?
Layja Mota has a total population of 2,947, including 1,495 males and 1,452 females.
How many households are there in Layja Mota?
There are 599 households in Layja Mota.
What is the literacy rate in Layja Mota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Layja Mota is 62.84%. Male literacy is 69.77% and female literacy is 55.72%.