Mota Kerala - Sayla, Surendranagar
Mota Kerala is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Mota Kerala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Kerala is 512444. The village covers a total geographical area of 1232.18 hectares and falls under the 363430 pincode. Surendranagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Mota Kerala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Kerala
According to the 2011 Census, Mota Kerala village had a total population of 1,477 people, including 784 males and 693 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.03%, with male literacy at 61.69% and female literacy at 39.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 1,477 | 784 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 121 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 409 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 835 | 375 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Kerala
Mota Kerala 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 Kerala
Mota Kerala 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surendranagar to Mota Kerala is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Kerala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Kerala 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 Kerala
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 Kerala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mota Kerala
Where is Mota Kerala located?
Mota Kerala village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mota Kerala?
Mota Kerala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Kerala?
The pincode of Mota Kerala is 363430.
What is the population of Mota Kerala?
Mota Kerala had a total population of 1,477, including 784 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Mota Kerala?
Mota Kerala had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Kerala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Kerala was 51.03%. Male literacy was 61.69% and female literacy was 39.16%.