Motinala - Bichhiya, Mandla
Motinala is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Motinala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motinala is 493453. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.08 hectares and falls under the 481996 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Motinala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Motinala
According to the 2011 Census, Motinala village had a total population of 1,196 people, including 585 males and 611 females, living in 297 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.50%, with male literacy at 75.70% and female literacy at 57.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 478.
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 | 1,196 | 585 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 83 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 478 | 226 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 669 | 380 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 205 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Motinala
Motinala 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 Motinala
Motinala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bichhiya to Motinala is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Motinala is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motinala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motinala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Motinala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motinala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Motinala
Where is Motinala located?
Motinala village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Motinala?
Motinala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Motinala?
The pincode of Motinala is 481996.
What is the population of Motinala?
Motinala had a total population of 1,196, including 585 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Motinala?
Motinala had 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motinala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motinala was 66.50%. Male literacy was 75.70% and female literacy was 57.34%.