Moyan - Jotana, Mahesana
Moyan is a village situated in the Jotana taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Kadi and around 40 km from Mahesana. Moyan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moyan is 509627. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.96 hectares and falls under the 384440 pincode. Kadi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Moyan 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 Moyan
According to the 2011 Census, Moyan village had a total population of 793 people, including 435 males and 358 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 823 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.19%, with male literacy at 89.43% and female literacy at 62.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 793 | 435 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 66 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 521 | 330 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 105 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Moyan
Moyan 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 Moyan
Public transport in the Moyan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Moyan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kadi to Moyan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Moyan is about 40 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 Moyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moyan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Moyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moyan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moyan
Where is Moyan located?
Moyan village is located in Jotana Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moyan?
Moyan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moyan?
The pincode of Moyan is 384440.
What is the population of Moyan?
Moyan had a total population of 793, including 435 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Moyan?
Moyan had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moyan was 77.19%. Male literacy was 89.43% and female literacy was 62.42%.