Motalsir - Baraily, Raisen
Motalsir is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Motalsir village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motalsir is 484493. The village covers a total geographical area of 839.94 hectares and falls under the 464665 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Motalsir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Motalsir
As per Census 2011, Motalsir village has a total population of 1,358 people, consisting of 722 males and 636 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 606 literate and 752 illiterate residents. Additionally, 363 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Motalsir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,358 | 722 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 119 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 176 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 394 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 328 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Motalsir
Motalsir 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kiwali | East | 1.68 km |
| Madanpur | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Semrighat | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Mankapur | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Dhandhala | West | 3.79 km |
| Sankheda | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Sankala | South | 4.11 km |
| Gajnai | South | 4.41 km |
| Bamhorimodi | North | 4.59 km |
| Dimada | North-East | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Motalsir
Public transport in the Motalsir is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sobhapur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.0 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 Baraily to Motalsir is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Motalsir is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motalsir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motalsir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Motalsir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motalsir 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 Motalsir
Where is Motalsir located?
Motalsir village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motalsir?
Motalsir is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Motalsir?
The pincode of Motalsir is 464665.
What is the population of Motalsir?
Motalsir has a total population of 1,358, including 722 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Motalsir?
There are 351 households in Motalsir.
What is the literacy rate in Motalsir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motalsir is 44.62%. Male literacy is 54.57% and female literacy is 33.33%.