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
According to the 2011 Census, Bowalia village had a total population of 1,691 people, including 868 males and 823 females, living in 398 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.18%, with male literacy at 66.96% and female literacy at 57.19%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,691 | 868 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 184 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,691, including 868 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Bowalia?
Bowalia had 398 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bowalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bowalia was 62.18%. Male literacy was 66.96% and female literacy was 57.19%.