Ahire Bk. - Dharangaon, Jalgaon
Ahire Bk. is a village situated in the Dharangaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharangaon and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Ahire Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahire Bk. is 527326. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.86 hectares and falls under the 425104 pincode. Dharangaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ahire Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Erandol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahire Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Ahire Bk. village had a total population of 527 people, including 288 males and 239 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.65%, with male literacy at 80.66% and female literacy at 58.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 527 | 288 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 94 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 196 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 92 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Ahire Bk.
Ahire Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ahire Kh. | South | 1.40 km |
| Babhulgaon | North | 1.88 km |
| Ukhalwadi | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Chamgaon | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Sonwad Bk. | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Bhamardi | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Sonwad Kh. | South | 3.23 km |
| Tarde Kh. | South | 3.25 km |
| Waktuki | East | 3.67 km |
| Kharde Bk. | West | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ahire Bk.
Ahire Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chavalkhede, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharangaon to Ahire Bk. is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Ahire Bk. is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahire Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahire Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ahire Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahire Bk. 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ahire Bk.
Where is Ahire Bk. located?
Ahire Bk. village is located in Dharangaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahire Bk.?
Ahire Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ahire Bk.?
The pincode of Ahire Bk. is 425104.
What is the population of Ahire Bk.?
Ahire Bk. had a total population of 527, including 288 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Ahire Bk.?
Ahire Bk. had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahire Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahire Bk. was 70.65%. Male literacy was 80.66% and female literacy was 58.50%.