Ahera - Pohri, Shivpuri
Ahera is a village situated in the Pohri tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pohri and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Eswaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahera is 455117. The village covers a total geographical area of 1551.65 hectares and falls under the 473775 pincode. Shivpuri is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Ahera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahera
According to the 2011 Census, Ahera village had a total population of 648 people, including 334 males and 314 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.49%, with male literacy at 73.44% and female literacy at 34.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 644.
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 | 648 | 334 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 78 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 644 | 330 | 314 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 188 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 146 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Ahera
Ahera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madkheda Ahera | South | 4.07 km |
| Based | South-West | 5.05 km |
| Dang Barbe | East | 5.23 km |
| Samara | East | 5.36 km |
| Burdha | South | 5.95 km |
| Gobar | North | 6.20 km |
| Mehra | South-East | 6.27 km |
| Aeswaya | East | 6.35 km |
| Kooda | North-East | 6.39 km |
| Beharda | North | 6.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ahera
Ahera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khajri, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Shivpuri to Ahera is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahera 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ahera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ahera
Where is Ahera located?
Ahera village is located in Pohri Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ahera?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahera is Eswaya.
What is the pincode of Ahera?
The pincode of Ahera is 473775.
What is the population of Ahera?
Ahera had a total population of 648, including 334 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Ahera?
Ahera had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahera was 54.49%. Male literacy was 73.44% and female literacy was 34.69%.