Motha
Motha is a village located in Ranbir Singh Pora tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter R.s.pora (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Kaloyan is the gram panchayat of Motha village.
Motha has its own place in the vibrant Jammu 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 Motha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Motha is 006062. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181102. Ranbir Singh Pora is nearest town to Motha village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Motha 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 Suchet Garh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Motha
Population of Motha
Below is a concise population overview of Motha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 678 | 371 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 36 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 377 | 202 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 519 | 299 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 72 | 87 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Motha village:
- The total population of Motha village is around 678, including approximately 371 males and 307 females, with a sex ratio of 827 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Motha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Motha village has 377 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Motha village is about 76.55%, with male literacy at 80.59% and female literacy at 71.66%.
- There are around 130 households in Motha village.
Connectivity of Motha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Motha. As per the 2011 stats, Motha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Motha
Knowing the nearby villages of Motha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Motha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Motha
- Where is Motha located?
- Motha village is situated in Ranbir Singh Pora Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Motha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Motha is Kaloyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Motha?
- The pincode of Motha is 181102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Motha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Motha is 678, with 371 males and 307 females.
- How many households are there in Motha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Motha village has a total of 130 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Motha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Motha is 76.55%. The male literacy rate is 80.59%, while the female literacy rate is 71.66%.