Furus Gaonthan
Furus Gaonthan is a village located in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Khed (tehsildar office) and 157km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Furus is the gram panchayat of Furus Gaonthan village.
Here you can discover what makes Furus Gaonthan unique in its vibrant Khed-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Furus Gaonthan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Furus Gaonthan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Furus Gaonthan is 564992. The village spans a total geographical area of 33 hectares. Pune is nearest town to Furus Gaonthan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 192km away.
When it comes to local governance, Furus Gaonthan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Furus Gaonthan
Population of Furus Gaonthan
According to the 2011 Census, Furus Gaonthan has a total population of about 438, with approximately 189 males and 249 females. The sex ratio is around 1317 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 43 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 86.99%, with male literacy at about 85.71% and female literacy near 87.95%. There are around 104 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Furus Gaonthan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 438 | 189 | 249 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 381 | 162 | 219 |
Illiterate Population | 57 | 27 | 30 |
Connectivity of Furus Gaonthan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Furus Gaonthan. As per the 2011 stats, Furus Gaonthan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Furus Gaonthan
Knowing the nearby villages of Furus Gaonthan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Furus Gaonthan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Furus Gaonthan
- Where is Furus Gaonthan located?
- Furus Gaonthan village is situated in Khed Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Furus Gaonthan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Furus Gaonthan is Furus (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Furus Gaonthan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Furus Gaonthan is 438, with 189 males and 249 females.
- How many households are there in Furus Gaonthan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Furus Gaonthan village has a total of 104 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Furus Gaonthan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Furus Gaonthan is 86.99%. The male literacy rate is 85.71%, while the female literacy rate is 87.95%.