Shire - Mawal, Pune
Shire is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Ambale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shire village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shire is 555888. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.39 hectares and falls under the 410507 pincode. Talegaon Dabhade is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Shire village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maval Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shire
As per Census 2011, Shire village has a total population of 346 people, consisting of 186 males and 160 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 228 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shire are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 186 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 26 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 140 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 46 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Shire
Shire 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belaj | South | 2.22 km |
| Ambale | East | 2.62 km |
| Takave Bk. | West | 2.90 km |
| Nigade | North | 2.96 km |
| Rajpuri | South | 3.28 km |
| Mangarul | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Phalane | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Pawalewadi | North | 4.15 km |
| Paravadi | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Ghonshet | West | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shire
Shire is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vadgaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.7 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 Talegaon Dabhade to Shire is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Shire is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shire
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shire 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 Shire
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shire 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 Shire
Where is Shire located?
Shire village is located in Mawal Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shire?
The Gram Panchayat of Shire is Ambale.
What is the pincode of Shire?
The pincode of Shire is 410507.
What is the population of Shire?
Shire has a total population of 346, including 186 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Shire?
There are 66 households in Shire.
What is the literacy rate in Shire?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shire is 65.90%. Male literacy is 75.27% and female literacy is 55.00%.