Matawali - Ashti, Beed
Matawali is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Ashti and around 75 km from Bid. Matawali village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matawali is 558870. The village covers a total geographical area of 766 hectares and falls under the 414203 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Matawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ashti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matawali
According to the 2011 Census, Matawali village had a total population of 1,526 people, including 796 males and 730 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.22%, with male literacy at 85.17% and female literacy at 62.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 150, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,526 | 796 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 88 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 68 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,002 | 603 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 193 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Matawali
Matawali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wanvewadi (matavali) | North | 1.93 km |
| Matkuli | South | 2.90 km |
| Bhurewadi | East | 2.92 km |
| Karhewadi | West | 3.07 km |
| Pangulgavhan | West | 3.86 km |
| Karhewadgaon | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Lambharwadi | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Muggaon | North-West | 4.79 km |
| Bhutvada | South-East | 4.81 km |
| Gandalwadi | North-East | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matawali
Matawali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pophlaj, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Matawali is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Matawali 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 Matawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matawali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matawali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matawali
Where is Matawali located?
Matawali village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Matawali?
Matawali is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matawali?
The pincode of Matawali is 414203.
What is the population of Matawali?
Matawali had a total population of 1,526, including 796 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Matawali?
Matawali had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matawali was 74.22%. Male literacy was 85.17% and female literacy was 62.15%.