Gowalla - Sandhol, Mandi
Gowalla is a village situated in the Sandhol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Gwaila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gowalla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gowalla is 013618. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.89 hectares and falls under the 176090 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Gowalla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gowalla
As per Census 2011, Gowalla village has a total population of 123 people, consisting of 59 males and 64 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gowalla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 12 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Gowalla
Gowalla 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 Gowalla
Gowalla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mandi to Gowalla is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gowalla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gowalla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gowalla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gowalla 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 Gowalla
Where is Gowalla located?
Gowalla village is located in Sandhol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gowalla?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowalla is Gwaila.
What is the pincode of Gowalla?
The pincode of Gowalla is 176090.
What is the population of Gowalla?
Gowalla has a total population of 123, including 59 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Gowalla?
There are 36 households in Gowalla.
What is the literacy rate in Gowalla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gowalla is 77.24%. Male literacy is 79.66% and female literacy is 75.00%.