Kowahra
Kowahra is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 105km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Kowahra village. As per 2009 stats, Bhareri is the gram panchayat of Kowahra village.
Here you can discover what makes Kowahra unique in its vibrant Kumharsain-Shimla region. You’ll see Kowahra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kowahra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kowahra is 023855. The village spans a total geographical area of 40 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172030. Narkanda is nearest town to Kowahra village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kowahra
Population of Kowahra
According to the 2011 Census, Kowahra has a total population of about 186, with approximately 90 males and 96 females. The sex ratio is around 1066 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 80 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.58%, with male literacy at about 76.67% and female literacy near 68.75%. There are around 39 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kowahra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 90 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 21 | 30 |
Connectivity of Kowahra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kowahra. As per the 2011 stats, Kowahra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kowahra
Knowing the nearby villages of Kowahra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kowahra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kowahra
- Where is Kowahra located?
- Kowahra village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kowahra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kowahra is Bhareri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kowahra?
- The pincode of Kowahra is 172030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kowahra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kowahra is 186, with 90 males and 96 females.
- How many households are there in Kowahra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kowahra village has a total of 39 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kowahra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kowahra is 72.58%. The male literacy rate is 76.67%, while the female literacy rate is 68.75%.