Phansu - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Phansu is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Phansu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phansu is 564955. The village covers a total geographical area of 590.43 hectares and falls under the 415711 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Phansu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phansu
As per Census 2011, Phansu village has a total population of 1,069 people, consisting of 468 males and 601 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 1,284 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 772 literate and 297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phansu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,069 | 468 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 772 | 377 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 91 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Phansu
Phansu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urphi | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Shiravane | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Asond | North | 2.91 km |
| Degaon | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Dabhil | South | 3.35 km |
| Karanjali | East | 3.49 km |
| Kondhe | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Panhalekazi | West | 4.13 km |
| Rukhi | North-East | 4.61 km |
| Pangari Tarf Haveli | South | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phansu
Phansu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 km.
| 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 Dapoli Camp to Phansu is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Phansu is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phansu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phansu 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 Phansu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phansu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Phansu
Where is Phansu located?
Phansu village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phansu?
Phansu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Phansu?
The pincode of Phansu is 415711.
What is the population of Phansu?
Phansu has a total population of 1,069, including 468 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Phansu?
There are 273 households in Phansu.
What is the literacy rate in Phansu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phansu is 72.22%. Male literacy is 80.56% and female literacy is 65.72%.