Mota - Kamakshyanagar, Dhenkanal
Mota is a village situated in the Kamakshyanagar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamakshyanagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Saruali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota is 402400. The village covers a total geographical area of 403 hectares and falls under the 759018 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota
As per Census 2011, Mota village has a total population of 1,270 people, consisting of 664 males and 606 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,016 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,270 | 664 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 74 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 122 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 131 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 559 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 105 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Mota
Mota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bampu | West | 0.85 km |
| Khokasa | East | 0.96 km |
| Pipala | East | 1.72 km |
| Kangeilo | East | 2.46 km |
| Tentulisingha | North | 2.52 km |
| Saruali | West | 2.63 km |
| Sunajhari | South | 2.91 km |
| Kakudia(l) | West | 3.52 km |
| Baisinga | North | 3.88 km |
| Kanchhia | East | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mota
Mota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahadia Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 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 Kamakshyanagar to Mota is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Mota is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mota
Where is Mota located?
Mota village is located in Kamakshyanagar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota?
The Gram Panchayat of Mota is Saruali.
What is the pincode of Mota?
The pincode of Mota is 759018.
What is the population of Mota?
Mota has a total population of 1,270, including 664 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Mota?
There are 280 households in Mota.
What is the literacy rate in Mota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota is 80.00%. Male literacy is 84.19% and female literacy is 75.41%.