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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Matkuli village had a total population of 2,086 people, including 1,116 males and 970 females, living in 446 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.01%, with male literacy at 85.60% and female literacy at 61.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 251, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 2,086 | 1,116 | 970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 144 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 128 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Matkuli?
Matkuli is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matkuli?
The pincode of Matkuli is 414203.
What is the population of Matkuli?
Matkuli had a total population of 2,086, including 1,116 males and 970 females.
How many households are there in Matkuli?
Matkuli had 446 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matkuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matkuli was 74.01%. Male literacy was 85.60% and female literacy was 61.14%.