Moti Marad - Dhoraji, Rajkot
Moti Marad is a village situated in the Dhoraji taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhoraji and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Moti Marad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moti Marad is 513386. The village covers a total geographical area of 4296.17 hectares and falls under the 360421 pincode. Dhoraji is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Moti Marad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Moti Marad
As per Census 2011, Moti Marad village has a total population of 8,470 people, consisting of 4,380 males and 4,090 females. The village has 2,020 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 774 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,016 literate and 2,454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,065 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moti Marad are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Moti Marad
Moti Marad 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 Moti Marad
Moti Marad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Moti Marad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhoraji to Moti Marad is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Moti Marad is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moti Marad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moti Marad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moti Marad
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 Marad 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 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.
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%.