Phurus
About Phurus
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Phurus village is 565343. Phurus village is located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Phurus village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1094 hectares. Phurus has a total population of 683 peoples, out of which male population is 287 while female population is 396. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1379 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of phurus village is 65.89% out of which 80.84% males and 55.05% females are literate. There are about 207 houses in phurus village.
When it comes to administration, Phurus village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Phurus village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to phurus village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Phurus
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 683 | 287 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 232 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 55 | 178 |
Connectivity of Phurus
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Phurus
Where is Phurus located?
Phurus village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phurus?
Phurus serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Phurus as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Phurus is 683, with 287 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Phurus as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Phurus village has a total of 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phurus as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Phurus is 65.89%. The male literacy rate is 80.84%, while the female literacy rate is 55.05%.