Modhera - Becharaji, Mahesana
Modhera is a village situated in the Becharaji taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Becharaji and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Modhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Modhera is 509572. The village covers a total geographical area of 2436.13 hectares and falls under the 384412 pincode. Chanasma is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Modhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Becharaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Modhera
According to the 2011 Census, Modhera village had a total population of 6,373 people, including 3,335 males and 3,038 females, living in 1,372 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.69%, with male literacy at 87.31% and female literacy at 67.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 870, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 6,373 | 3,335 | 3,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 761 | 427 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 870 | 477 | 393 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,360 | 2,539 | 1,821 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,013 | 796 | 1,217 |
Nearby Villages of Modhera
Modhera 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 Modhera
Public transport in the Modhera is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Modhera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanasma to Modhera is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Modhera is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Modhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Modhera 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 Modhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Modhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Modhera
Where is Modhera located?
Modhera village is located in Becharaji Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Modhera?
Modhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Modhera?
The pincode of Modhera is 384412.
What is the population of Modhera?
Modhera had a total population of 6,373, including 3,335 males and 3,038 females.
How many households are there in Modhera?
Modhera had 1,372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Modhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Modhera was 77.69%. Male literacy was 87.31% and female literacy was 67.34%.