Moyad - Prantij, Sabar Kantha
Moyad is a village situated in the Prantij taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Prantij and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Moyad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moyad is 510598. The village covers a total geographical area of 2237.5 hectares and falls under the 383120 pincode. Prantij is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Moyad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Moyad
As per Census 2011, Moyad village has a total population of 7,905 people, consisting of 4,085 males and 3,820 females. The village has 1,589 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 991 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,440 literate and 2,465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 785 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moyad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,905 | 4,085 | 3,820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 991 | 520 | 471 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 785 | 410 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 5,440 | 3,173 | 2,267 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,465 | 912 | 1,553 |
Nearby Villages of Moyad
Moyad 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 Moyad
Moyad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Moyad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Prantij to Moyad is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Moyad is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moyad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moyad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Moyad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moyad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moyad
Where is Moyad located?
Moyad village is located in Prantij Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moyad?
Moyad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moyad?
The pincode of Moyad is 383120.
What is the population of Moyad?
Moyad has a total population of 7,905, including 4,085 males and 3,820 females.
How many households are there in Moyad?
There are 1,589 households in Moyad.
What is the literacy rate in Moyad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moyad is 68.82%. Male literacy is 77.67% and female literacy is 59.35%.