Molara - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Molara is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Santrampur and around 88 km from Godhra. Molara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molara is 518018. The village covers a total geographical area of 455.71 hectares and falls under the 389260 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Molara 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 Molara
As per Census 2011, Molara village has a total population of 3,065 people, consisting of 1,553 males and 1,512 females. The village has 496 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 548 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,720 literate and 1,345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,064 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Molara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,065 | 1,553 | 1,512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 264 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,064 | 1,552 | 1,512 |
| Literate Population | 1,720 | 1,053 | 667 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,345 | 500 | 845 |
Nearby Villages of Molara
Molara 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 Molara
Public transport in the Molara is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Santrampur to Molara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Molara is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Molara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molara 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 Molara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Molara
Where is Molara located?
Molara village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Molara?
Molara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Molara?
The pincode of Molara is 389260.
What is the population of Molara?
Molara has a total population of 3,065, including 1,553 males and 1,512 females.
How many households are there in Molara?
There are 496 households in Molara.
What is the literacy rate in Molara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molara is 56.12%. Male literacy is 67.80% and female literacy is 44.11%.