Mota Handiya - Halol, Panch Mahals
Mota Handiya is a village situated in the Halol taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Halol and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Mota Handiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Handiya is 518925. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.21 hectares and falls under the 389370 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mota Handiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mota Handiya
According to the 2011 Census, Mota Handiya village had a total population of 237 people, including 119 males and 118 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.07%, with male literacy at 58.72% and female literacy at 39.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 237 | 119 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 64 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 55 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Handiya
Mota Handiya 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 Handiya
Mota Handiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Halol to Mota Handiya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Mota Handiya is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Handiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Handiya 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 Mota Handiya
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 Handiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mota Handiya
Where is Mota Handiya located?
Mota Handiya village is located in Halol Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mota Handiya?
Mota Handiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Handiya?
The pincode of Mota Handiya is 389370.
What is the population of Mota Handiya?
Mota Handiya had a total population of 237, including 119 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Mota Handiya?
Mota Handiya had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Handiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Handiya was 49.07%. Male literacy was 58.72% and female literacy was 39.05%.