Rowa - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Rowa is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Haroli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rowa is 010513. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.26 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Rowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rowa
According to the 2011 Census, Rowa village had a total population of 65 people, including 33 males and 32 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 77.42%.
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 | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 1 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Rowa
Rowa 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 Rowa
Public transport in the Rowa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dharmsala to Rowa is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rowa 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 Rowa
Where is Rowa located?
Rowa village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Rowa is Haroli.
What is the pincode of Rowa?
The pincode of Rowa is 176031.
What is the population of Rowa?
Rowa had a total population of 65, including 33 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Rowa?
Rowa had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rowa was 88.89%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 77.42%.