Mota Khijadiya - Tankara, Morbi
Mota Khijadiya is a village situated in the Tankara taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from Tankara and around 55 km from Rajkot. Mota Khijadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Khijadiya is 512727. The village covers a total geographical area of 1350.48 hectares and falls under the 363650 pincode. Morvi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mota Khijadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Khijadiya
According to the 2011 Census, Mota Khijadiya village had a total population of 1,222 people, including 632 males and 590 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.72%, with male literacy at 88.55% and female literacy at 72.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 1,222 | 632 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 73 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 871 | 495 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 137 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Khijadiya
Mota Khijadiya 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 Khijadiya
Public transport in the Mota Khijadiya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morvi to Mota Khijadiya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Mota Khijadiya is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Khijadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Khijadiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mota Khijadiya
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 Khijadiya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mota Khijadiya
Where is Mota Khijadiya located?
Mota Khijadiya village is located in Tankara Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mota Khijadiya?
Mota Khijadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Khijadiya?
The pincode of Mota Khijadiya is 363650.
What is the population of Mota Khijadiya?
Mota Khijadiya had a total population of 1,222, including 632 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Mota Khijadiya?
Mota Khijadiya had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Khijadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Khijadiya was 80.72%. Male literacy was 88.55% and female literacy was 72.31%.