Motisara - Siwana, Balotra
Motisara is a village situated in the Siwana tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from Siwana and around 155 km from Barmer. Motisara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motisara is 087644. The village covers a total geographical area of 1372.39 hectares and falls under the 344043 pincode. Jalor is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Motisara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Motisara
According to the 2011 Census, Motisara village had a total population of 2,401 people, including 1,272 males and 1,129 females, living in 417 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.52%, with male literacy at 80.45% and female literacy at 40.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 409, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 342.
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 | 2,401 | 1,272 | 1,129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 213 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 211 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 342 | 184 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 1,252 | 852 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,149 | 420 | 729 |
Nearby Villages of Motisara
Motisara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Motisara
Motisara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jalor to Motisara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Motisara is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motisara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motisara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Motisara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motisara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Motisara
Where is Motisara located?
Motisara village is located in Siwana Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motisara?
Motisara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Motisara?
The pincode of Motisara is 344043.
What is the population of Motisara?
Motisara had a total population of 2,401, including 1,272 males and 1,129 females.
How many households are there in Motisara?
Motisara had 417 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motisara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motisara was 61.52%. Male literacy was 80.45% and female literacy was 40.98%.