Urse - Dahanu, Palghar
Urse is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Dahanu and around 103 km from Thane. Urse Gr. serves as the Village Panchayat for Urse village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urse is 551704. The village covers a total geographical area of 616.54 hectares and falls under the 401602 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Urse village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palghar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Urse
According to the 2011 Census, Urse village had a total population of 1,095 people, including 585 males and 510 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.48%, with male literacy at 76.18% and female literacy at 59.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 632.
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 | 1,095 | 585 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 77 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 632 | 349 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 387 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 198 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Urse
Urse 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 Urse
Urse is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dahanu to Urse is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Urse is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urse
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urse village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Urse
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urse village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Urse
Where is Urse located?
Urse village is located in Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Urse?
The Village Panchayat of Urse is Urse Gr..
What is the pincode of Urse?
The pincode of Urse is 401602.
What is the population of Urse?
Urse had a total population of 1,095, including 585 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Urse?
Urse had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urse?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urse was 68.48%. Male literacy was 76.18% and female literacy was 59.78%.