Motla

Motla is a village located in Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 132km away from district headquarter Sihunta. Sihunta is the sub-district headquarter of Motla village. As per 2009 stats, Motla village is also a gram panchayat.

Motla has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Motla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Motla is 007669. The village spans a total geographical area of 449.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176207. Chuari Khas is nearest town to Motla village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Motla village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Motla

Below is a concise population overview of Motla as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,142 561 581
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 147 75 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) 484 236 248
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 149 77 72
Literate Population 781 415 366
Illiterate Population 361 146 215

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Motla village:

  • The total population of Motla village is around 1,142, including approximately 561 males and 581 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 147 children aged 0–6 years in Motla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Motla village has 484 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 149 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Motla village is about 68.39%, with male literacy at 73.98% and female literacy at 62.99%.
  • There are around 237 households in Motla village.

Connectivity of Motla

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Motla. As per the 2011 stats, Motla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Motla

Knowing the nearby villages of Motla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Motla.

Frequently Asked Questions about Motla

Where is Motla located?
Motla village is situated in Sihunta Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motla?
Motla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Motla?
The pincode of Motla is 176207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Motla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Motla is 1,142, with 561 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Motla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Motla village has a total of 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Motla is 68.39%. The male literacy rate is 73.98%, while the female literacy rate is 62.99%.