Usar Kh. - Tala, Raigad
Usar Kh. is a village situated in the Tala tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Tala and around 70 km from Alibag. Usar Khurd serves as the Village Panchayat for Usar Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Usar Kh. is 554786. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 402104 pincode. Mahad is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Usar Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Usar Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Usar Kh. village had a total population of 346 people, including 177 males and 169 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.37%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 77.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 346 | 177 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 156 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 21 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Usar Kh.
Usar Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Charai Bk. | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Borghar Tarf Kharavali | East | 2.04 km |
| Dahivali Tarf Tale | South | 2.08 km |
| Talegaon Tarf Tale | West | 3.14 km |
| Adnale | North | 3.28 km |
| Pen Tarf Tale | East | 3.34 km |
| Charai Kh. | West | 3.60 km |
| Tambadi | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Amdoshi | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Pachghar | North | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Usar Kh.
Usar Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Indapur, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mahad to Usar Kh. is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Usar Kh. is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Usar Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Usar Kh. 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Usar Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Usar Kh. 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Usar Kh.
Where is Usar Kh. located?
Usar Kh. village is located in Tala Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Usar Kh.?
The Village Panchayat of Usar Kh. is Usar Khurd.
What is the pincode of Usar Kh.?
The pincode of Usar Kh. is 402104.
What is the population of Usar Kh.?
Usar Kh. had a total population of 346, including 177 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Usar Kh.?
Usar Kh. had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Usar Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usar Kh. was 85.37%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 77.50%.