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.

Kowahra has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 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.

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Population of Kowahra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kowahra village is around 186, including approximately 90 males and 96 females, with a sex ratio of 1066 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 23 children aged 0–6 years in Kowahra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kowahra village has 80 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kowahra village is about 72.58%, with male literacy at 76.67% and female literacy at 68.75%.
  • There are around 39 households in Kowahra village.

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.

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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%.