Mota Mesara - Tharad, Vav-Tharad
Mota Mesara is a village situated in the Tharad taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Tharad and around 106 km from Palanpur. Mota Mesara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Mesara is 507501. The village covers a total geographical area of 866.5 hectares and falls under the 385565 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mota Mesara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Mesara
As per Census 2011, Mota Mesara village has a total population of 1,669 people, consisting of 879 males and 790 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 823 literate and 846 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Mesara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,669 | 879 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 152 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 131 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 823 | 541 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 846 | 338 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Mesara
Mota Mesara 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 Mesara
Mota Mesara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Tharad to Mota Mesara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Mota Mesara is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Mesara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Mesara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mota Mesara
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 Mesara 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 Mesara
Where is Mota Mesara located?
Mota Mesara village is located in Tharad Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Mesara?
Mota Mesara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Mesara?
The pincode of Mota Mesara is 385565.
What is the population of Mota Mesara?
Mota Mesara has a total population of 1,669, including 879 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Mota Mesara?
There are 253 households in Mota Mesara.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Mesara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Mesara is 49.31%. Male literacy is 61.55% and female literacy is 35.70%.