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.
Here you can discover what makes Ahire unique in its vibrant Mahabaleshwar-Satara region. You’ll see Ahire’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Ahire has a total population of about 484, with approximately 218 males and 266 females. The sex ratio is around 1220 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.26%, with male literacy at about 72.02% and female literacy near 46.99%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ahire's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.