Mategaon - Vasmath, Hingoli
Mategaon is a village situated in the Vasmath tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Basmath and around 84 km from Hingoli. Mategoan serves as the Village Panchayat for Mategaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mategaon is 546274. The village covers a total geographical area of 423 hectares and falls under the 431513 pincode. Basmath is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Basmath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mategaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mategaon village had a total population of 710 people, including 381 males and 329 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.95%, with male literacy at 89.17% and female literacy at 68.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
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 | 710 | 381 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 67 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 62 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 280 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 101 | 129 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhaulgaon | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Parli | North | 1.58 km |
| Sawangi Bk. | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Borisawant | East | 3.54 km |
| Jod Parli | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Karanjala | North-East | 4.86 km |
| Sonna Tarf Hatta | South | 5.15 km |
| Sawangi Kh. | West | 5.16 km |
| Adgaon | South-East | 5.41 km |
| Takli Bobade | West | 5.72 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 Pingli, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 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 Basmath to Mategaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Mategaon is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mategaon
Where is Mategaon located?
Mategaon village is located in Vasmath Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Mategaon?
The Village Panchayat of Mategaon is Mategoan.
What is the pincode of Mategaon?
The pincode of Mategaon is 431513.
What is the population of Mategaon?
Mategaon had a total population of 710, including 381 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Mategaon?
Mategaon had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mategaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mategaon was 78.95%. Male literacy was 89.17% and female literacy was 68.03%.