Furus Amshet - Khed, Ratnagiri
Furus Amshet is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khed and around 157 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Furus serves as the Gram Panchayat for Furus Amshet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Furus Amshet is 564988. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.25 hectares and falls under the 415709 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 193 km away.
Furus Amshet 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 Furus Amshet
As per Census 2011, Furus Amshet village has a total population of 577 people, consisting of 238 males and 339 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 1,424 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 476 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Furus Amshet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 577 | 238 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 55 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 198 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 40 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Furus Amshet
Furus Amshet 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Furus | South | 1.02 km |
| Falsonda | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Furus Gaonthan | South | 1.97 km |
| Poyanar | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Sakharoli Kh. | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Devsade | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Wakavali | West | 3.30 km |
| Nandgaon Mohalla | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Sukdar | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Dayal | South | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Furus Amshet
Furus Amshet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khed, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pune to Furus Amshet is about 193 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Furus Amshet is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Furus Amshet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Furus Amshet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Furus Amshet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Furus Amshet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Furus Amshet
Where is Furus Amshet located?
Furus Amshet village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Furus Amshet?
The Gram Panchayat of Furus Amshet is Furus.
What is the pincode of Furus Amshet?
The pincode of Furus Amshet is 415709.
What is the population of Furus Amshet?
Furus Amshet has a total population of 577, including 238 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Furus Amshet?
There are 140 households in Furus Amshet.
What is the literacy rate in Furus Amshet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Furus Amshet is 82.50%. Male literacy is 83.19% and female literacy is 82.01%.