Mathela - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Mathela is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Mathela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathela is 505963. The village covers a total geographical area of 628 hectares and falls under the 450551 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Mathela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mathela
As per Census 2011, Mathela village has a total population of 1,494 people, consisting of 738 males and 756 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 790 literate and 704 illiterate residents. Additionally, 352 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mathela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,494 | 738 | 756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 108 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 167 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 790 | 487 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 251 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Mathela
Mathela 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 Mathela
Mathela is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mathela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanawad to Mathela is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Mathela is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mathela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mathela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathela 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mathela
Where is Mathela located?
Mathela village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mathela?
Mathela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mathela?
The pincode of Mathela is 450551.
What is the population of Mathela?
Mathela has a total population of 1,494, including 738 males and 756 females.
How many households are there in Mathela?
There are 304 households in Mathela.
What is the literacy rate in Mathela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathela is 52.88%. Male literacy is 65.99% and female literacy is 40.08%.