Medhe Tarf Phungus - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Medhe Tarf Phungus is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 110 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Medhe T Phungus serves as the Gram Panchayat for Medhe Tarf Phungus village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medhe Tarf Phungus is 565742. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.73 hectares and falls under the 415611 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Medhe Tarf Phungus village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Medhe Tarf Phungus
As per Census 2011, Medhe Tarf Phungus village has a total population of 402 people, consisting of 193 males and 209 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medhe Tarf Phungus are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 402 | 193 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 152 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 41 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Medhe Tarf Phungus
Medhe Tarf Phungus is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Medhe Tarf Phungus
Medhe Tarf Phungus is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ratnagiri to Medhe Tarf Phungus is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medhe Tarf Phungus
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medhe Tarf Phungus village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Medhe Tarf Phungus
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medhe Tarf Phungus 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Medhe Tarf Phungus
Where is Medhe Tarf Phungus located?
Medhe Tarf Phungus village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medhe Tarf Phungus?
The Gram Panchayat of Medhe Tarf Phungus is Medhe T Phungus.
What is the pincode of Medhe Tarf Phungus?
The pincode of Medhe Tarf Phungus is 415611.
What is the population of Medhe Tarf Phungus?
Medhe Tarf Phungus has a total population of 402, including 193 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Medhe Tarf Phungus?
There are 109 households in Medhe Tarf Phungus.
What is the literacy rate in Medhe Tarf Phungus?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medhe Tarf Phungus is 70.40%. Male literacy is 78.76% and female literacy is 62.68%.