Mot - Shella Bholaganj, East Khasi Hills
Mot is a village situated in the Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shella Bholaganj and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mot is 278836. The village falls under the 793108 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Shella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mot
According to the 2011 Census, Mot village had a total population of 25 people, including 14 males and 11 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 786 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 7 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Mot
Mot 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 Mot
Mot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Shillong to Mot is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mot
Where is Mot located?
Mot village is located in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mot?
The pincode of Mot is 793108.
What is the population of Mot?
Mot had a total population of 25, including 14 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Mot?
Mot had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mot was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.