Mategaon - Kannad, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Mategaon is a village situated in the Kannad tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Kannad and around 55 km from Aurangabad. Mategaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mategaon is 548428. The village covers a total geographical area of 572.32 hectares and falls under the 431102 pincode. Khuldabad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mategaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kannad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mategaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mategaon village had a total population of 1,421 people, including 732 males and 689 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.86%, with male literacy at 88.22% and female literacy at 67.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
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 | 1,421 | 732 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 138 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 918 | 524 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 208 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Mategaon
Mategaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deopudi | South | 2.67 km |
| Shekapuri | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Chambharwadi | West | 3.08 km |
| Deolana | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Kadarpur | North | 3.46 km |
| Kasabkheda | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Vitkheda | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Verul | East | 4.78 km |
| Pimpalgaon | South | 5.04 km |
| Khaspur | North | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mategaon
Mategaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Potul, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.6 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 Khuldabad to Mategaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Mategaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mategaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mategaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mategaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mategaon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mategaon
Where is Mategaon located?
Mategaon village is located in Kannad Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Mategaon?
Mategaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mategaon?
The pincode of Mategaon is 431102.
What is the population of Mategaon?
Mategaon had a total population of 1,421, including 732 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Mategaon?
Mategaon had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mategaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mategaon was 77.86%. Male literacy was 88.22% and female literacy was 67.35%.