Matauli - Patran, Patiala
Matauli is a village situated in the Patran tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patran and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Matauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matauli is 036242. The village covers a total geographical area of 691 hectares and falls under the 147105 pincode. Patran is the nearest town.
Matauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shutrana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matauli
As per Census 2011, Matauli village has a total population of 1,925 people, consisting of 1,005 males and 920 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 337 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,051 literate and 874 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,029 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,925 | 1,005 | 920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 174 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,029 | 547 | 482 |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 635 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 370 | 504 |
Nearby Villages of Matauli
Matauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rahimpur Alias Kangthala | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Naiwala | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Jogewala | West | 3.43 km |
| Shergarh | South | 4.18 km |
| Sangra | East | 4.25 km |
| Rasauli | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Galauli | South-East | 4.88 km |
| Shatrana | North | 5.08 km |
| Gobindpura Alias Paind | North-West | 5.60 km |
| Karimpur Alias Chiharwala | North-East | 5.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Matauli
Matauli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sajuma, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Patiala to Matauli is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Matauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matauli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matauli
Where is Matauli located?
Matauli village is located in Patran Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matauli?
Matauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Matauli?
The pincode of Matauli is 147105.
What is the population of Matauli?
Matauli has a total population of 1,925, including 1,005 males and 920 females.
How many households are there in Matauli?
There are 326 households in Matauli.
What is the literacy rate in Matauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matauli is 54.60%. Male literacy is 63.18% and female literacy is 45.22%.