Mota Pondha - Kaprada, Valsad
Mota Pondha is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Mota Pondha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Pondha is 523543. The village covers a total geographical area of 1880.31 hectares and falls under the 396191 pincode. Vapi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mota Pondha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Pondha
As per Census 2011, Mota Pondha village has a total population of 9,942 people, consisting of 5,029 males and 4,913 females. The village has 1,987 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,805 literate and 3,137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 373 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7,938 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Pondha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,942 | 5,029 | 4,913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,254 | 646 | 608 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 196 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7,938 | 3,989 | 3,949 |
| Literate Population | 6,805 | 3,734 | 3,071 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,137 | 1,295 | 1,842 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Pondha
Mota Pondha 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 Pondha
Mota Pondha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mota Pondha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vapi to Mota Pondha is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Mota Pondha is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Pondha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Pondha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mota Pondha
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 Pondha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mota Pondha
Where is Mota Pondha located?
Mota Pondha village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Pondha?
Mota Pondha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Pondha?
The pincode of Mota Pondha is 396191.
What is the population of Mota Pondha?
Mota Pondha has a total population of 9,942, including 5,029 males and 4,913 females.
How many households are there in Mota Pondha?
There are 1,987 households in Mota Pondha.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Pondha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Pondha is 68.45%. Male literacy is 74.25% and female literacy is 62.51%.