Motla - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Motla is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Motla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motla is 031166. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 146108 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Motla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Motla
As per Census 2011, Motla village has a total population of 157 people, consisting of 81 males and 76 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Motla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 29 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Motla
Motla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haler Janardhan | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Chak Kalan | East | 1.84 km |
| Salho Wal | South | 1.99 km |
| Bianpur | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Sidhpur | North | 2.47 km |
| Fakkarpur | North | 2.81 km |
| Harse Mansar | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Pandori Baghel Singh | South | 2.90 km |
| Gulelra | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Lange | West | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Motla
Motla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chak Kalan, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Motla is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motla 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 Motla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motla 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 Motla
Where is Motla located?
Motla village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motla?
Motla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Motla?
The pincode of Motla is 146108.
What is the population of Motla?
Motla has a total population of 157, including 81 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Motla?
There are 30 households in Motla.
What is the literacy rate in Motla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motla is 65.61%. Male literacy is 64.20% and female literacy is 67.11%.