Mota Sakhpar - Sayla, Surendranagar
Mota Sakhpar is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Mota Sakhpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Sakhpar is 512450. The village covers a total geographical area of 926.9 hectares and falls under the 363440 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Sakhpar
According to the 2011 Census, Mota Sakhpar village had a total population of 1,646 people, including 868 males and 778 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.18%, with male literacy at 72.52% and female literacy at 46.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 1,646 | 868 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 173 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 789 | 504 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 364 | 493 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mota Sakhpar.
| 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 Chotila to Mota Sakhpar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Mota Sakhpar is about 60 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mota Sakhpar
Where is Mota Sakhpar located?
Mota Sakhpar village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar 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 363440.
What is the population of Mota Sakhpar?
Mota Sakhpar had a total population of 1,646, including 868 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Mota Sakhpar?
Mota Sakhpar had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Sakhpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Sakhpar was 60.18%. Male literacy was 72.52% and female literacy was 46.27%.