Pharare - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Pharare is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 178 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Unhavare serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pharare village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pharare is 564967. The village covers a total geographical area of 528.68 hectares and falls under the 415711 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Pharare 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 Pharare
According to the 2011 Census, Pharare village had a total population of 1,106 people, including 480 males and 626 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 1,304 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.24%, with male literacy at 92.68% and female literacy at 81.65%.
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 | 1,106 | 480 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 84 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 367 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 113 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Pharare
Pharare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wavghar | East | 1.98 km |
| Unhavare | North | 2.44 km |
| Parchuri Kh. | South | 2.51 km |
| Daphalewadi | South | 3.23 km |
| Pangari Tarf Haveli | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Bhadavale | East | 3.72 km |
| Parchuri | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Damame | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Vadad | South | 4.19 km |
| Pavnal | North | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pharare
Public transport in the Pharare 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 99.6 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 Pharare is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Pharare is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pharare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pharare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pharare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pharare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pharare
Where is Pharare located?
Pharare village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pharare?
The Gram Panchayat of Pharare is Unhavare.
What is the pincode of Pharare?
The pincode of Pharare is 415711.
What is the population of Pharare?
Pharare had a total population of 1,106, including 480 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Pharare?
Pharare had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pharare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pharare was 86.24%. Male literacy was 92.68% and female literacy was 81.65%.