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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Urse village has a total population of 1,095 people, consisting of 585 males and 510 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 656 literate and 439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 632 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urse are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,095 | 585 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 77 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 gram panchayat of Urse?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 1,095, including 585 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Urse?
There are 225 households in Urse.
What is the literacy rate in Urse?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urse is 59.91%. Male literacy is 66.15% and female literacy is 52.75%.