Moti Marad Village Overview
Moti Marad is a village in Dhoraji tehsil of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It lies about 9 km from Dhoraji tehsil headquarters and around 90 km from Rajkot district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Moti Marad village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Moti Marad village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moti Marad is 513386. The village covers a geographical area of 4296.17 hectares and has a pincode of 360421. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Location Map of Moti Marad
Population & Demographics of Moti Marad
This section provides population and demographic details of Moti Marad village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,470 | 4,380 | 4,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 774 | 401 | 373 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,065 | 563 | 502 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 6,016 | 3,340 | 2,676 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,454 | 1,040 | 1,414 |
Key population details of Moti Marad village are given below:
- Moti Marad village is a densely populated village with a total population of around 8,470, including approximately 4,380 males and 4,090 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 1,065 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 55 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Moti Marad village is good, with a literacy rate of about 71.03%.
- There are around 2,020 households in Moti Marad village.
Transport & Connectivity of Moti Marad
Transport facilities help residents of Moti Marad village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Moti Marad
The following villages are located close to Moti Marad and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Moti Marad
- Where is Moti Marad located?
- Moti Marad village is located in Dhoraji Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Moti Marad?
- Moti Marad is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Moti Marad?
- The pincode of Moti Marad is 360421.
- What is the population of Moti Marad?
- Moti Marad has a total population of 8,470, including 4,380 males and 4,090 females.
- How many households are there in Moti Marad?
- There are 2,020 households in Moti Marad.
- What is the literacy rate in Moti Marad?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moti Marad is 71.03%. Male literacy is 76.26% and female literacy is 65.43%.