Mahika Mota - Gondal, Rajkot
Mahika Mota is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Mahika Mota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahika Mota is 513211. The village covers a total geographical area of 645.54 hectares and falls under the 360311 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mahika Mota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahika Mota
As per Census 2011, Mahika Mota village has a total population of 1,117 people, consisting of 568 males and 549 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 747 literate and 370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahika Mota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,117 | 568 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 430 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 138 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Mahika Mota
Mahika Mota 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 Mahika Mota
Mahika Mota 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 Mahika Mota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gondal to Mahika Mota is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Mahika Mota is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahika Mota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahika Mota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahika Mota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahika Mota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahika Mota
Where is Mahika Mota located?
Mahika Mota village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahika Mota?
Mahika Mota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahika Mota?
The pincode of Mahika Mota is 360311.
What is the population of Mahika Mota?
Mahika Mota has a total population of 1,117, including 568 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Mahika Mota?
There are 240 households in Mahika Mota.
What is the literacy rate in Mahika Mota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahika Mota is 66.88%. Male literacy is 75.70% and female literacy is 57.74%.