Matol - Ghantiyali, Phalodi
Matol is a village situated in the Ghantiyali tehsil of Phalodi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 60 km from Phalodi and around 160 km from Jodhpur. Baba Ka Dhora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matol is 084130. The village covers a total geographical area of 1923.73 hectares and falls under the 342301 pincode. Phalodi is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Matol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phalodi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matol
According to the 2011 Census, Matol village had a total population of 427 people, including 221 males and 206 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.36%, with male literacy at 45.76% and female literacy at 20.81%.
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 | 427 | 221 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 44 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 81 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 140 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Matol
Matol 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 Matol
Matol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Phalodi to Matol is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Matol is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matol 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 Matol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matol 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 Matol
Where is Matol located?
Matol village is located in Ghantiyali Tehsil, Phalodi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Matol?
The Gram Panchayat of Matol is Baba Ka Dhora.
What is the pincode of Matol?
The pincode of Matol is 342301.
What is the population of Matol?
Matol had a total population of 427, including 221 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Matol?
Matol had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matol was 34.36%. Male literacy was 45.76% and female literacy was 20.81%.