Matola - Ausa, Latur
Matola is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Matola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matola is 560697. The village covers a total geographical area of 2262 hectares and falls under the 413520 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Matola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matola
As per Census 2011, Matola village has a total population of 7,185 people, consisting of 3,845 males and 3,340 females. The village has 1,464 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 832 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,005 literate and 2,180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,185 | 3,845 | 3,340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 832 | 455 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,214 | 655 | 559 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 5,005 | 2,953 | 2,052 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,180 | 892 | 1,288 |
Nearby Villages of Matola
Matola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasalgan | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Kawali | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Wangji | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Lohta | South | 3.70 km |
| Bhatagali | West | 5.37 km |
| Sarni | South-East | 5.76 km |
| Malkondji | North-East | 5.92 km |
| Ashiv | West | 6.11 km |
| Hipparga | North | 6.17 km |
| Tavshitad | North | 6.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matola
Matola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ausa Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ausa to Matola is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Matola is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Matola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matola
Where is Matola located?
Matola village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matola?
Matola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matola?
The pincode of Matola is 413520.
What is the population of Matola?
Matola has a total population of 7,185, including 3,845 males and 3,340 females.
How many households are there in Matola?
There are 1,464 households in Matola.
What is the literacy rate in Matola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matola is 69.66%. Male literacy is 76.80% and female literacy is 61.44%.