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
As per Census 2011, Mathola village has a total population of 2,403 people, consisting of 1,258 males and 1,145 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,547 literate and 856 illiterate residents. Additionally, 973 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mathola are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,403, including 1,258 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Mathola?
There are 479 households in Mathola.
What is the literacy rate in Mathola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathola is 64.38%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 58.78%.