Moter - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Moter is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Moter village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moter is 424024. The village covers a total geographical area of 826 hectares and falls under the 766017 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Moter village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moter
As per Census 2011, Moter village has a total population of 3,036 people, consisting of 1,507 males and 1,529 females. The village has 793 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 477 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,527 literate and 1,509 illiterate residents. Additionally, 364 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,096 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moter are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,036 | 1,507 | 1,529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 244 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 179 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,096 | 543 | 553 |
| Literate Population | 1,527 | 909 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,509 | 598 | 911 |
Nearby Villages of Moter
Moter 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghumerguda | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Badatemari | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Khutuluguda | South | 3.15 km |
| Santemari | East | 3.44 km |
| Char Bahal | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Batiguda | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Poda Beda | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Dhaner | North | 4.61 km |
| Saras Mal | West | 4.74 km |
| Khurselguda | East | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moter
Moter is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Junagarh to Moter is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Moter is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moter
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moter village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moter
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moter village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moter
Where is Moter located?
Moter village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moter?
Moter is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moter?
The pincode of Moter is 766017.
What is the population of Moter?
Moter has a total population of 3,036, including 1,507 males and 1,529 females.
How many households are there in Moter?
There are 793 households in Moter.
What is the literacy rate in Moter?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moter is 50.30%. Male literacy is 60.32% and female literacy is 40.42%.