Ahire
Ahire is a village located in Khandala tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Khandala (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Ahire village is also a gram panchayat.
Ahire has its own place in the vibrant Satara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ahire
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ahire is 563223. The village spans a total geographical area of 1150 hectares. Wai is nearest town to Ahire village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ahire village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ahire
Population of Ahire
Below is a concise population overview of Ahire as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,849 | 1,424 | 1,425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 139 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 114 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 2,123 | 1,147 | 976 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 277 | 449 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ahire village:
- The total population of Ahire village is around 2,849, including approximately 1,424 males and 1,425 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 284 children aged 0–6 years in Ahire village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ahire village has 237 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 32 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ahire village is about 74.52%, with male literacy at 80.55% and female literacy at 68.49%.
- There are around 627 households in Ahire village.
Connectivity of Ahire
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ahire. As per the 2011 stats, Ahire had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ahire
Knowing the nearby villages of Ahire helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ahire.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ahire
- Where is Ahire located?
- Ahire village is situated in Khandala Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ahire?
- Ahire serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ahire as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ahire is 2,849, with 1,424 males and 1,425 females.
- How many households are there in Ahire as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ahire village has a total of 627 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ahire as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ahire is 74.52%. The male literacy rate is 80.55%, while the female literacy rate is 68.49%.