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
According to the 2011 Census, Motla village had a total population of 157 people, including 81 males and 76 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.03%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 157, including 81 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Motla?
Motla had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motla was 78.03%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 75.00%.