Moti Chandur - Shankheshvar, Patan
Moti Chandur is a village situated in the Shankheshvar taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Sami and around 55 km from Patan. Moti Chandur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moti Chandur is 509020. The village covers a total geographical area of 4194.64 hectares and falls under the 384241 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Moti Chandur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanasma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moti Chandur
According to the 2011 Census, Moti Chandur village had a total population of 3,503 people, including 1,778 males and 1,725 females, living in 733 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.03%, with male literacy at 86.27% and female literacy at 59.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 381.
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 | 3,503 | 1,778 | 1,725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 248 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 194 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,226 | 1,320 | 906 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,277 | 458 | 819 |
Transport and Connectivity of Moti Chandur
Public transport in the Moti Chandur is mainly available through bus services. Moti Chandur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harij to Moti Chandur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Moti Chandur 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 Moti Chandur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moti Chandur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Moti Chandur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moti Chandur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Moti Chandur
Where is Moti Chandur located?
Moti Chandur village is located in Shankheshvar Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moti Chandur?
Moti Chandur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moti Chandur?
The pincode of Moti Chandur is 384241.
What is the population of Moti Chandur?
Moti Chandur had a total population of 3,503, including 1,778 males and 1,725 females.
How many households are there in Moti Chandur?
Moti Chandur had 733 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moti Chandur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moti Chandur was 73.03%. Male literacy was 86.27% and female literacy was 59.68%.