Ahire
Ahire is a village located in Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Mahabaleshwar (tehsildar office) and 85km 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 563017. The village spans a total geographical area of 716 hectares. Mahabaleshwar is nearest town to Ahire village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km 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 | 484 | 218 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 282 | 157 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 61 | 141 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ahire village:
- The total population of Ahire village is around 484, including approximately 218 males and 266 females, with a sex ratio of 1220 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Ahire village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ahire village has 22 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ahire village is about 58.26%, with male literacy at 72.02% and female literacy at 46.99%.
- There are around 145 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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ 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 Mahabaleshwar 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 484, with 218 males and 266 females.
- How many households are there in Ahire as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ahire village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ahire as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ahire is 58.26%. The male literacy rate is 72.02%, while the female literacy rate is 46.99%.