Furus - Jaoli, Satara
Furus is a village situated in the Jaoli tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Medha and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Apati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Furus village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Furus is 564038. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 412806 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 55 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 Satara Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Furus
According to the 2011 Census, Furus village had a total population of 101 people, including 46 males and 55 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,196 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 73.91%.
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 | 101 | 46 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 12 | 21 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tapola | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Waki | North | 1.81 km |
| Kelghar T.solshi | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Apti | East | 2.10 km |
| Vanavli T. Ategaon | West | 2.15 km |
| Nipani | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Rameghar | North | 2.55 km |
| Gadhavali | South | 3.01 km |
| Tetli | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Varsoli Dev | North | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Furus
Public transport in the Furus is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Satara, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.7 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 Satara to Furus is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Furus
Where is Furus located?
Furus village is located in Jaoli Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Furus?
The Gram Panchayat of Furus is Apati.
What is the pincode of Furus?
The pincode of Furus is 412806.
What is the population of Furus?
Furus had a total population of 101, including 46 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Furus?
Furus had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Furus?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Furus was 80.95%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 73.91%.