Urphi - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Urphi is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Phansu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urphi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urphi is 564954. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.32 hectares and falls under the 415711 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Urphi 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 Urphi
As per Census 2011, Urphi village has a total population of 474 people, consisting of 196 males and 278 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 1,418 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 285 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urphi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 196 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 285 | 137 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 59 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Urphi
Urphi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Phansu | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Asond | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Shiravane | South | 2.45 km |
| Panhalekazi | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Kolbandre | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Gavrai | West | 3.67 km |
| Dabhil | South | 4.43 km |
| Kelil | South-West | 4.55 km |
| Shiwnari | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Mathegujar | West | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urphi
Urphi 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 96.6 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 Urphi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Urphi is about 180 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 Urphi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urphi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Urphi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urphi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Urphi
Where is Urphi located?
Urphi village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urphi?
The Gram Panchayat of Urphi is Phansu.
What is the pincode of Urphi?
The pincode of Urphi is 415711.
What is the population of Urphi?
Urphi has a total population of 474, including 196 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Urphi?
There are 128 households in Urphi.
What is the literacy rate in Urphi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urphi is 60.13%. Male literacy is 69.90% and female literacy is 53.24%.