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.
Here you can discover what makes Motla unique in its vibrant Sihunta-Chamba region. You’ll see Motla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Motla
Population of Motla
According to the 2011 Census, Motla has a total population of about 1,142, with approximately 561 males and 581 females. The sex ratio is around 1035 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 484 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 149. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.39%, with male literacy at about 73.98% and female literacy near 62.99%. There are around 237 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Motla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.