Matoda (Vadgaon) - Murtijapur, Akola
Matoda (Vadgaon) is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Kharap Navle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matoda (Vadgaon) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matoda (Vadgaon) is 530281. The village covers a total geographical area of 736.38 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Matoda (Vadgaon) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matoda (Vadgaon)
As per Census 2011, Matoda (Vadgaon) village has a total population of 988 people, consisting of 520 males and 468 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 776 literate and 212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 458 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matoda (Vadgaon) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 988 | 520 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 74 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 246 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 776 | 422 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 98 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Matoda (Vadgaon)
Matoda (Vadgaon) 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 Matoda (Vadgaon)
Public transport in the Matoda (Vadgaon) is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Matoda (Vadgaon).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murtijapur to Matoda (Vadgaon) is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Matoda (Vadgaon) is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matoda (Vadgaon)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matoda (Vadgaon) 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 Matoda (Vadgaon)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matoda (Vadgaon) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matoda (Vadgaon)
Where is Matoda (Vadgaon) located?
Matoda (Vadgaon) village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matoda (Vadgaon)?
The Gram Panchayat of Matoda (Vadgaon) is Kharap Navle.
What is the pincode of Matoda (Vadgaon)?
The pincode of Matoda (Vadgaon) is 444107.
What is the population of Matoda (Vadgaon)?
Matoda (Vadgaon) has a total population of 988, including 520 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Matoda (Vadgaon)?
There are 231 households in Matoda (Vadgaon).
What is the literacy rate in Matoda (Vadgaon)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matoda (Vadgaon) is 78.54%. Male literacy is 81.15% and female literacy is 75.64%.