Matkuli - Ashti, Beed
Matkuli is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Ashti and around 74 km from Bid. Matkuli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matkuli is 558881. The village covers a total geographical area of 1410 hectares and falls under the 414203 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Matkuli 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 Matkuli
As per Census 2011, Matkuli village has a total population of 2,086 people, consisting of 1,116 males and 970 females. The village has 446 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,367 literate and 719 illiterate residents. Additionally, 251 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matkuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,086 | 1,116 | 970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 144 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 128 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,367 | 832 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 719 | 284 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of Matkuli
Matkuli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhutvada | East | 2.89 km |
| Matawali | North | 2.90 km |
| Jambwadi | South | 3.09 km |
| Karhewadgaon | West | 3.31 km |
| Chinchpur | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Bhurewadi | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Karhewadi | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Wanvewadi (matavali) | North | 4.75 km |
| Jamkhed | South | 5.75 km |
| Pangulgavhan | North-West | 5.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matkuli
Matkuli 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 94.0 km.
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Matkuli is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Matkuli is about 74 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 Matkuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matkuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matkuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matkuli 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 Matkuli
Where is Matkuli located?
Matkuli village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matkuli?
Matkuli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matkuli?
The pincode of Matkuli is 414203.
What is the population of Matkuli?
Matkuli has a total population of 2,086, including 1,116 males and 970 females.
How many households are there in Matkuli?
There are 446 households in Matkuli.
What is the literacy rate in Matkuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matkuli is 65.53%. Male literacy is 74.55% and female literacy is 55.15%.