Mota Dokva - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Mota Dokva is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from Lunawada and around 40 km from Godhra. Bhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mota Dokva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Dokva is 518300. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.38 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mota Dokva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Dokva
As per Census 2011, Mota Dokva village has a total population of 227 people, consisting of 118 males and 109 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Dokva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 118 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 94 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 24 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Dokva
Mota Dokva 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 Dokva
Public transport in the Mota Dokva is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lunawada to Mota Dokva is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Mota Dokva 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 Mota Dokva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Dokva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mota Dokva
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 Dokva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mota Dokva
Where is Mota Dokva located?
Mota Dokva village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Dokva?
The Gram Panchayat of Mota Dokva is Bhanpur.
What is the pincode of Mota Dokva?
The pincode of Mota Dokva is 389230.
What is the population of Mota Dokva?
Mota Dokva has a total population of 227, including 118 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Mota Dokva?
There are 45 households in Mota Dokva.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Dokva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Dokva is 74.89%. Male literacy is 79.66% and female literacy is 69.72%.