Furus - Khed, Ratnagiri
Furus 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 village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Furus is 564990. The village covers a total geographical area of 905.7 hectares and falls under the 415710 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 192 km away.
Furus 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
According to the 2011 Census, Furus village had a total population of 1,129 people, including 535 males and 594 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.74%, with male literacy at 89.18% and female literacy at 67.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 1,129 | 535 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 810 | 437 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 98 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Furus
Furus 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 Gaonthan | South | 0.97 km |
| Furus Amshet | North | 1.02 km |
| Falsonda | West | 1.83 km |
| Devsade | East | 2.48 km |
| Nandgaon Mohalla | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Dayal | South | 2.75 km |
| Sakharoli Kh. | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Sukdar | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Poyanar | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Wakavali | West | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Furus
Furus is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khed, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.6 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 is about 192 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Furus 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Furus village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Furus
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Furus
Where is Furus located?
Furus village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Furus?
Furus is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Furus?
The pincode of Furus is 415710.
What is the population of Furus?
Furus had a total population of 1,129, including 535 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Furus?
Furus had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Furus?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Furus was 77.74%. Male literacy was 89.18% and female literacy was 67.57%.