Motipura - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Motipura is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Motipura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motipura is 469773. The village covers a total geographical area of 507.78 hectares and falls under the 458558 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Motipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Motipura
According to the 2011 Census, Motipura village had a total population of 1,624 people, including 818 males and 806 females, living in 354 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.33%, with male literacy at 85.96% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 1,624 | 818 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 127 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,004 | 594 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 224 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Motipura
Motipura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotpiplya | South | 1.76 km |
| Kolwi | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Ghatiyakhedi | East | 2.28 km |
| Bajkhedi | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Gadariya | North | 2.72 km |
| Payakhedi | West | 3.16 km |
| Bhilyakhedi | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Jaykheda | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Dhorra | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Jawanpura | South-East | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Motipura
Motipura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.8 km.
| 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 Sitamau to Motipura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Motipura is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motipura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Motipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motipura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Motipura
Where is Motipura located?
Motipura village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motipura?
Motipura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Motipura?
The pincode of Motipura is 458558.
What is the population of Motipura?
Motipura had a total population of 1,624, including 818 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Motipura?
Motipura had 354 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motipura was 72.33%. Male literacy was 85.96% and female literacy was 58.82%.