Parchuri Kh. - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Parchuri Kh. is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Parchuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parchuri Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parchuri Kh. is 565385. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 415719 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Parchuri 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 Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parchuri Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Parchuri Kh. village had a total population of 371 people, including 184 males and 187 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.38%, with male literacy at 94.38% and female literacy at 73.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 371 | 184 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 151 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 33 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Parchuri Kh.
Parchuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daphalewadi | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Vadad | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Parchuri | West | 2.49 km |
| Pharare | North | 2.51 km |
| Mundhar | South | 3.18 km |
| Waghivare | East | 3.37 km |
| Katakiri | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Talavali | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Wavghar | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Bhadavale | East | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parchuri Kh.
Parchuri Kh. 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 101.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chiplun to Parchuri Kh. is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Parchuri Kh. is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parchuri Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parchuri Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parchuri 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 Parchuri Kh. 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parchuri Kh.
Where is Parchuri Kh. located?
Parchuri Kh. village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parchuri Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Parchuri Kh. is Parchuri.
What is the pincode of Parchuri Kh.?
The pincode of Parchuri Kh. is 415719.
What is the population of Parchuri Kh.?
Parchuri Kh. had a total population of 371, including 184 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Parchuri Kh.?
Parchuri Kh. had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parchuri Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parchuri Kh. was 83.38%. Male literacy was 94.38% and female literacy was 73.10%.