Mota Sakhpar - Gondal, Rajkot
Mota Sakhpar is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Mota Sakhpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Sakhpar is 513264. The village covers a total geographical area of 734.69 hectares and falls under the 360325 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Mota Sakhpar 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 Mota Sakhpar
According to the 2011 Census, Mota Sakhpar village had a total population of 1,120 people, including 565 males and 555 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.87%, with male literacy at 86.09% and female literacy at 69.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 1,120 | 565 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 69 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 427 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 138 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Sakhpar
Mota Sakhpar 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 Mota Sakhpar
Mota Sakhpar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Mota Sakhpar is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Mota Sakhpar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Sakhpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Sakhpar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mota Sakhpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mota Sakhpar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mota Sakhpar
Where is Mota Sakhpar located?
Mota Sakhpar village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mota Sakhpar?
Mota Sakhpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Sakhpar?
The pincode of Mota Sakhpar is 360325.
What is the population of Mota Sakhpar?
Mota Sakhpar had a total population of 1,120, including 565 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Mota Sakhpar?
Mota Sakhpar had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Sakhpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Sakhpar was 77.87%. Male literacy was 86.09% and female literacy was 69.68%.