Bowalia - Mankachar, South Salmara Mancachar
Bowalia is a village situated in the Mankachar subdivision of South Salmara Mancachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 14 km from Mankachar and around 45 km from Dhubri. Kukurmara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bowalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bowalia is 281694. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.93 hectares and falls under the 783131 pincode. Dhubri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bowalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birsing Jarua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bowalia
As per Census 2011, Bowalia village has a total population of 1,691 people, consisting of 868 males and 823 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 832 literate and 859 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bowalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,691 | 868 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 184 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 832 | 458 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 859 | 410 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Bowalia
Bowalia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bowalia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bowalia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhubri to Bowalia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bowalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bowalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bowalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bowalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bowalia
Where is Bowalia located?
Bowalia village is located in Mankachar Subdivision, South Salmara Mancachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bowalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bowalia is Kukurmara.
What is the pincode of Bowalia?
The pincode of Bowalia is 783131.
What is the population of Bowalia?
Bowalia has a total population of 1,691, including 868 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Bowalia?
There are 398 households in Bowalia.
What is the literacy rate in Bowalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bowalia is 49.20%. Male literacy is 52.76% and female literacy is 45.44%.