Gowravaram - Jaggaiahpeta, Ntr
Gowravaram is a village situated in the Jaggaiahpeta mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Jaggayyapeta and around 172 km from Machilipatnam. Gowravaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gowravaram is 588850. The village covers a total geographical area of 1032 hectares and falls under the 521178 pincode. Jaggaiahpet is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gowravaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gowravaram
As per Census 2011, Gowravaram village has a total population of 4,781 people, consisting of 2,355 males and 2,426 females. The village has 1,293 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 494 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,581 literate and 2,200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 933 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gowravaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,781 | 2,355 | 2,426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 243 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 933 | 481 | 452 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 2,581 | 1,431 | 1,150 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,200 | 924 | 1,276 |
Nearby Villages of Gowravaram
Gowravaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pochampalle | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Bhimavaram | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Lingagudem | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Mundlapadu | East | 4.31 km |
| Konakanchi | South | 4.92 km |
| Chillakallu | West | 5.76 km |
| Bandipalem | South-West | 6.33 km |
| Penuganchiprolu | North-East | 6.60 km |
| Nawabpeta | South-East | 6.72 km |
| Makkapeta | North | 6.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gowravaram
Gowravaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Motimari, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaggaiahpet to Gowravaram is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Gowravaram is about 172 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gowravaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gowravaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gowravaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gowravaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gowravaram
Where is Gowravaram located?
Gowravaram village is located in Jaggaiahpeta Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gowravaram?
Gowravaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gowravaram?
The pincode of Gowravaram is 521178.
What is the population of Gowravaram?
Gowravaram has a total population of 4,781, including 2,355 males and 2,426 females.
How many households are there in Gowravaram?
There are 1,293 households in Gowravaram.
What is the literacy rate in Gowravaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gowravaram is 53.98%. Male literacy is 60.76% and female literacy is 47.40%.