Gowagaon

Gowagaon is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Karnpur is the gram panchayat of Gowagaon village.

Gowagaon has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gowagaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gowagaon is 225073. The village spans a total geographical area of 67 hectares. Raiganj (wb) is nearest town to Gowagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

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Population of Gowagaon

Below is a concise population overview of Gowagaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,272 661 611
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 289 163 126
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 365 238 127
Illiterate Population 907 423 484

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gowagaon village:

  • The total population of Gowagaon village is around 1,272, including approximately 661 males and 611 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 289 children aged 0–6 years in Gowagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Gowagaon village is about 28.69%, with male literacy at 36.01% and female literacy at 20.79%.
  • There are around 238 households in Gowagaon village.

Connectivity of Gowagaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gowagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gowagaon 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gowagaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Gowagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gowagaon.

Masanpur Sonatola Ekchanan Birjoy Lodhna Sanjhia Lalpurgachh Sitgaon Baghanda Ganesh Tola Brahampur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gowagaon

Where is Gowagaon located?
Gowagaon village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gowagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowagaon is Karnpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gowagaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gowagaon is 1,272, with 661 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Gowagaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gowagaon village has a total of 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gowagaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gowagaon is 28.69%. The male literacy rate is 36.01%, while the female literacy rate is 20.79%.