Gowahi
About Gowahi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gowahi village is 024491. Gowahi village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gowahi village. As per 2009 stats, Patgehar is the gram panchayat of Gowahi village.
The total geographical area of village is 70.52 hectares. Gowahi has a total population of 95 peoples, out of which male population is 40 while female population is 55. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1375 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gowahi village is 85.26% out of which 92.50% males and 80.00% females are literate. There are about 18 houses in gowahi village. Pincode of gowahi village locality is 173219.
When it comes to administration, Gowahi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gowahi village comes under Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to gowahi village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gowahi
The population details of Gowahi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 95 | 40 | 55 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 3 | 11 |
Connectivity of Gowahi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gowahi
Where is Gowahi located?
Gowahi village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gowahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowahi is Patgehar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gowahi?
The pincode of Gowahi is 173219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gowahi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gowahi is 95, with 40 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Gowahi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gowahi village has a total of 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gowahi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gowahi is 85.26%. The male literacy rate is 92.50%, while the female literacy rate is 80.00%.