Motoganda - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Motoganda is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 61.5 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. M.rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Motoganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motoganda is 422627. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 61.5 km away.
Motoganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Motoganda
According to the 2011 Census, Motoganda village had a total population of 473 people, including 306 males and 167 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 546 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.51%, with male literacy at 86.33% and female literacy at 48.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 229.
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 | 473 | 306 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 160 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 240 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 66 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Motoganda
Motoganda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harischandrapur | North | 1.14 km |
| Goudkarla Khunta | East | 1.48 km |
| Kusumkhal | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Phapsi | North | 2.12 km |
| Chandanpinda | East | 2.21 km |
| Patiguda | North | 2.92 km |
| Goudkela | East | 3.11 km |
| Jakabahali | East | 3.24 km |
| Burat | West | 3.36 km |
| Tujung | North | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Motoganda
Motoganda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Norla Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.0 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 Bhawanipatna to Motoganda is about 61.5 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motoganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motoganda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Motoganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motoganda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Motoganda
Where is Motoganda located?
Motoganda village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Motoganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Motoganda is M.rampur.
What is the pincode of Motoganda?
The pincode of Motoganda is 766102.
What is the population of Motoganda?
Motoganda had a total population of 473, including 306 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Motoganda?
Motoganda had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motoganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motoganda was 73.51%. Male literacy was 86.33% and female literacy was 48.23%.