Mota Kapaya - Mundra, Kachchh
Mota Kapaya is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Mota Kapaya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Kapaya is 507338. The village covers a total geographical area of 1187.48 hectares and falls under the 370415 pincode. Mundra is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mota Kapaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mota Kapaya
As per Census 2011, Mota Kapaya village has a total population of 3,063 people, consisting of 1,612 males and 1,451 females. The village has 776 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 523 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,147 literate and 916 illiterate residents. Additionally, 946 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Kapaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,063 | 1,612 | 1,451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 270 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 946 | 493 | 453 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 2,147 | 1,240 | 907 |
| Illiterate Population | 916 | 372 | 544 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Kapaya
Mota Kapaya 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 Kapaya
Public transport in the Mota Kapaya 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 Mundra to Mota Kapaya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Mota Kapaya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Kapaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Kapaya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mota Kapaya
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 Kapaya 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 Kapaya
Where is Mota Kapaya located?
Mota Kapaya village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Kapaya?
Mota Kapaya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Kapaya?
The pincode of Mota Kapaya is 370415.
What is the population of Mota Kapaya?
Mota Kapaya has a total population of 3,063, including 1,612 males and 1,451 females.
How many households are there in Mota Kapaya?
There are 776 households in Mota Kapaya.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Kapaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Kapaya is 70.09%. Male literacy is 76.92% and female literacy is 62.51%.