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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Mategaon village has a total population of 1,421 people, consisting of 732 males and 689 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 918 literate and 503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mategaon are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Mategaon?
Mategaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mategaon?
The pincode of Mategaon is 431102.
What is the population of Mategaon?
Mategaon has a total population of 1,421, including 732 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Mategaon?
There are 277 households in Mategaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mategaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mategaon is 64.60%. Male literacy is 71.58% and female literacy is 57.18%.