Moddar - Kutiyana, Porbandar
Moddar is a village situated in the Kutiyana taluka of Porbandar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutiyana and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Porbandar. Moddar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moddar is 514333. The village covers a total geographical area of 891.05 hectares and falls under the 362650 pincode. Kutiyana is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Moddar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Moddar
As per Census 2011, Moddar village has a total population of 1,480 people, consisting of 766 males and 714 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 968 literate and 512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moddar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,480 | 766 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 74 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 188 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 591 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 175 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Moddar
Moddar 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 Moddar
Public transport in the Moddar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kutiyana to Moddar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Porbandar to Moddar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moddar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moddar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Moddar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moddar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Moddar
Where is Moddar located?
Moddar village is located in Kutiyana Taluka, Porbandar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moddar?
Moddar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moddar?
The pincode of Moddar is 362650.
What is the population of Moddar?
Moddar has a total population of 1,480, including 766 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Moddar?
There are 336 households in Moddar.
What is the literacy rate in Moddar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moddar is 65.41%. Male literacy is 77.15% and female literacy is 52.80%.