Moya - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Moya is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Moya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moya is 495404. The village covers a total geographical area of 233.74 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Moya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Moya
According to the 2011 Census, Moya village had a total population of 1,094 people, including 552 males and 542 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.10%, with male literacy at 82.92% and female literacy at 63.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 528.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,094 | 552 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 528 | 260 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 704 | 403 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 149 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Moya
Moya 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 Moya
Moya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Moya is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moya
Where is Moya located?
Moya village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moya?
Moya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moya?
The pincode of Moya is 480111.
What is the population of Moya?
Moya had a total population of 1,094, including 552 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Moya?
Moya had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moya was 73.10%. Male literacy was 82.92% and female literacy was 63.10%.