Motain - Rampurhat - II, Birbhum
Motain is a village situated in the Rampurhat - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Dunigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Motain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motain is 316478. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.72 hectares and falls under the 731241 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Motain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Motain
According to the 2011 Census, Motain village had a total population of 836 people, including 435 males and 401 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.87%, with male literacy at 83.92% and female literacy at 69.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 300.
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 | 836 | 435 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 144 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 308 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 127 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Motain
Motain 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 Motain
Motain 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Motain is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Motain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Motain
Where is Motain located?
Motain village is located in Rampurhat - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Motain?
The Gram Panchayat of Motain is Dunigram.
What is the pincode of Motain?
The pincode of Motain is 731241.
What is the population of Motain?
Motain had a total population of 836, including 435 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Motain?
Motain had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motain was 76.87%. Male literacy was 83.92% and female literacy was 69.30%.