Matarkhed - Lonar, Buldhana
Matarkhed is a village situated in the Lonar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from Lonar and around 95 km from Buldana. Mohatkhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matarkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matarkhed is 529546. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 443302 pincode. Lonar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Matarkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehkar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matarkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Matarkhed village had a total population of 260 people, including 138 males and 122 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.22%, with male literacy at 85.47% and female literacy at 64.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 260 | 138 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 100 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 38 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Matarkhed
Matarkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nijampur | South | 1.26 km |
| Mohotkhed | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Turkhed | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Bori | East | 2.99 km |
| Antri Deshmukh | North | 3.03 km |
| Borkhedi | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Gundha | South | 3.88 km |
| Suryapur | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Pardi Pr.mehkar | West | 4.68 km |
| Kamaljapur | South-West | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matarkhed
Matarkhed 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 Kekatumar, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Lonar to Matarkhed is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Matarkhed is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matarkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matarkhed 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Matarkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matarkhed 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matarkhed
Where is Matarkhed located?
Matarkhed village is located in Lonar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matarkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Matarkhed is Mohatkhed.
What is the pincode of Matarkhed?
The pincode of Matarkhed is 443302.
What is the population of Matarkhed?
Matarkhed had a total population of 260, including 138 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Matarkhed?
Matarkhed had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matarkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matarkhed was 75.22%. Male literacy was 85.47% and female literacy was 64.22%.