Mota Kandhasar - Chotila, Surendranagar
Mota Kandhasar is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Mota Kandhasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Kandhasar is 512351. The village covers a total geographical area of 795.44 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Mota Kandhasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Kandhasar
As per Census 2011, Mota Kandhasar village has a total population of 941 people, consisting of 493 males and 448 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Kandhasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 | 493 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 86 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 302 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 191 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Kandhasar
Mota Kandhasar 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 Kandhasar
Mota Kandhasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chotila to Mota Kandhasar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Mota Kandhasar is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Kandhasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Kandhasar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mota Kandhasar
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 Kandhasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mota Kandhasar
Where is Mota Kandhasar located?
Mota Kandhasar village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Kandhasar?
Mota Kandhasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Kandhasar?
The pincode of Mota Kandhasar is 363520.
What is the population of Mota Kandhasar?
Mota Kandhasar has a total population of 941, including 493 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Mota Kandhasar?
There are 187 households in Mota Kandhasar.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Kandhasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Kandhasar is 49.42%. Male literacy is 61.26% and female literacy is 36.38%.