Gowardhanpur - Wadrafnagar, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Gowardhanpur is a village situated in the Wadrafnagar tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Wadrafnagar and around 120 km from Ambikapur. Goverdhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gowardhanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gowardhanpur is 432151. The village covers a total geographical area of 630.5 hectares and falls under the 497225 pincode. Wadrafnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gowardhanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gowardhanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gowardhanpur village had a total population of 1,473 people, including 724 males and 749 females, living in 345 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.04%, with male literacy at 67.43% and female literacy at 47.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,144.
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 | 1,473 | 724 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 110 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 75 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,144 | 557 | 587 |
| Literate Population | 713 | 414 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 760 | 310 | 450 |
Nearby Villages of Gowardhanpur
Gowardhanpur 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 Gowardhanpur
Gowardhanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Wadrafnagar to Gowardhanpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Gowardhanpur is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gowardhanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gowardhanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gowardhanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gowardhanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gowardhanpur
Where is Gowardhanpur located?
Gowardhanpur village is located in Wadrafnagar Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gowardhanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowardhanpur is Goverdhanpur.
What is the pincode of Gowardhanpur?
The pincode of Gowardhanpur is 497225.
What is the population of Gowardhanpur?
Gowardhanpur had a total population of 1,473, including 724 males and 749 females.
How many households are there in Gowardhanpur?
Gowardhanpur had 345 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gowardhanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gowardhanpur was 57.04%. Male literacy was 67.43% and female literacy was 47.01%.