Mota Chekhla - Talod, Sabar Kantha
Mota Chekhla is a village situated in the Talod taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talod and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Jashanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mota Chekhla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Chekhla is 510665. The village covers a total geographical area of 877.42 hectares and falls under the 383305 pincode. Talod is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Mota Chekhla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Prantij Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Chekhla
As per Census 2011, Mota Chekhla village has a total population of 2,715 people, consisting of 1,430 males and 1,285 females. The village has 564 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,875 literate and 840 illiterate residents. Additionally, 460 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Chekhla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,715 | 1,430 | 1,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 179 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 460 | 233 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 1,875 | 1,112 | 763 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 318 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Chekhla
Mota Chekhla 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 Chekhla
Public transport in the Mota Chekhla is mainly available through bus services. Mota Chekhla has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talod to Mota Chekhla is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Mota Chekhla is about 40 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 Mota Chekhla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Chekhla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mota Chekhla
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 Chekhla 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mota Chekhla
Where is Mota Chekhla located?
Mota Chekhla village is located in Talod Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Chekhla?
The Gram Panchayat of Mota Chekhla is Jashanpur.
What is the pincode of Mota Chekhla?
The pincode of Mota Chekhla is 383305.
What is the population of Mota Chekhla?
Mota Chekhla has a total population of 2,715, including 1,430 males and 1,285 females.
How many households are there in Mota Chekhla?
There are 564 households in Mota Chekhla.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Chekhla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Chekhla is 69.06%. Male literacy is 77.76% and female literacy is 59.38%.