Motegaon - Chimur, Chandrapur
Motegaon is a village situated in the Chimur tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chimur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Motegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motegaon is 540519. The village covers a total geographical area of 749 hectares and falls under the 442904 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Motegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Motegaon
As per Census 2011, Motegaon village has a total population of 2,304 people, consisting of 1,209 males and 1,095 females. The village has 591 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,516 literate and 788 illiterate residents. Additionally, 613 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 449 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Motegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,304 | 1,209 | 1,095 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 110 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 613 | 314 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 449 | 245 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 1,516 | 895 | 621 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 314 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Motegaon
Motegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uparpeth Rith | North | 1.35 km |
| Mangli Rith | West | 1.60 km |
| Mahadwadi | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Chak Gorwat Rith | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Kokewada | South | 3.00 km |
| Harni | West | 3.05 km |
| Khutala (mo) | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Gorwat | North | 3.69 km |
| Kajalsar | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Pendhari | South-East | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Motegaon
Motegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Alewahi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warora to Motegaon is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Motegaon is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motegaon 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 Motegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motegaon 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 Motegaon
Where is Motegaon located?
Motegaon village is located in Chimur Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motegaon?
Motegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Motegaon?
The pincode of Motegaon is 442904.
What is the population of Motegaon?
Motegaon has a total population of 2,304, including 1,209 males and 1,095 females.
How many households are there in Motegaon?
There are 591 households in Motegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Motegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motegaon is 65.80%. Male literacy is 74.03% and female literacy is 56.71%.