Mathola - Batala, Gurdaspur
Mathola is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Mathola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathola is 028534. The village covers a total geographical area of 371 hectares and falls under the 143602 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Mathola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mathola
According to the 2011 Census, Mathola village had a total population of 2,403 people, including 1,258 males and 1,145 females, living in 479 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.70%, with male literacy at 78.74% and female literacy at 66.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 973.
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 | 2,403 | 1,258 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 148 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 973 | 515 | 458 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,547 | 874 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 384 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Mathola
Mathola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mathola
Mathola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Mathola is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mathola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mathola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mathola
Where is Mathola located?
Mathola village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mathola?
Mathola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mathola?
The pincode of Mathola is 143602.
What is the population of Mathola?
Mathola had a total population of 2,403, including 1,258 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Mathola?
Mathola had 479 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mathola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathola was 72.70%. Male literacy was 78.74% and female literacy was 66.11%.