Movasa - Godhar, Mahisagar
Movasa is a village situated in the Godhar taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Santrampur and around 50 km from Godhra. Movasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Movasa is 518046. The village covers a total geographical area of 608.57 hectares and falls under the 389235 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Movasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Movasa
As per Census 2011, Movasa village has a total population of 2,122 people, consisting of 1,100 males and 1,022 females. The village has 428 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,213 literate and 909 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,663 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Movasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,122 | 1,100 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 164 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,663 | 857 | 806 |
| Literate Population | 1,213 | 706 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 909 | 394 | 515 |
Nearby Villages of Movasa
Movasa 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 Movasa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Movasa. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Movasa.
| 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 Santrampur to Movasa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Movasa 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 Movasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Movasa 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 Movasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Movasa 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 Movasa
Where is Movasa located?
Movasa village is located in Godhar Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Movasa?
Movasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Movasa?
The pincode of Movasa is 389235.
What is the population of Movasa?
Movasa has a total population of 2,122, including 1,100 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Movasa?
There are 428 households in Movasa.
What is the literacy rate in Movasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Movasa is 57.16%. Male literacy is 64.18% and female literacy is 49.61%.