Gowahi Kalan
Gowahi Kalan is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 33km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gowahi Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Ghech Kohbag is the gram panchayat of Gowahi Kalan village.
Gowahi Kalan 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 Gowahi Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gowahi Kalan is 024377. The village spans a total geographical area of 49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171103. Shimla is nearest town to Gowahi Kalan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gowahi Kalan
Below is a concise population overview of Gowahi Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 248 | 128 | 120 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 96 | 97 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 199 | 104 | 95 |
Illiterate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gowahi Kalan village:
- The total population of Gowahi Kalan village is around 248, including approximately 128 males and 120 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Gowahi Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gowahi Kalan village has 193 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gowahi Kalan village is about 80.24%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 79.17%.
- There are around 50 households in Gowahi Kalan village.
Connectivity of Gowahi Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gowahi Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Gowahi Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gowahi Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gowahi Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gowahi Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gowahi Kalan
- Where is Gowahi Kalan located?
- Gowahi Kalan village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gowahi Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gowahi Kalan is Ghech Kohbag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gowahi Kalan?
- The pincode of Gowahi Kalan is 171103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gowahi Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gowahi Kalan is 248, with 128 males and 120 females.
- How many households are there in Gowahi Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gowahi Kalan village has a total of 50 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gowahi Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gowahi Kalan is 80.24%. The male literacy rate is 81.25%, while the female literacy rate is 79.17%.