Mire - Malshiras, Solapur
Mire is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Mire village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mire is 562476. The village covers a total geographical area of 814.83 hectares and falls under the 413112 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Mire village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mire
As per Census 2011, Mire village has a total population of 1,870 people, consisting of 987 males and 883 females. The village has 431 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,197 literate and 673 illiterate residents. Additionally, 507 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mire are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,870 | 987 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 112 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 266 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 721 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 266 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Mire
Mire 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karole | North | 3.27 km |
| Neware | East | 3.53 km |
| Jambud | South | 3.58 km |
| Borgaon | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Umbare (velapur) | East | 4.65 km |
| Lawang | North-West | 5.02 km |
| Mahalung | West | 5.23 km |
| Vithalwadi | South | 5.83 km |
| Malkhambi | South-West | 6.02 km |
| Kondharpatta | East | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mire
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mire. The nearest railway station is Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Mire is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Mire is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mire
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mire village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mire
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mire village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mire
Where is Mire located?
Mire village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mire?
Mire is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mire?
The pincode of Mire is 413112.
What is the population of Mire?
Mire has a total population of 1,870, including 987 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Mire?
There are 431 households in Mire.
What is the literacy rate in Mire?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mire is 64.01%. Male literacy is 73.05% and female literacy is 53.91%.