Gowahi
About Gowahi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gowahi village is 025023. Gowahi village is located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 41km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Gowahi village. As per 2009 stats, Sandhu is the gram panchayat of Gowahi village.
The total geographical area of village is 138.97 hectares. Gowahi has a total population of 258 peoples, out of which male population is 134 while female population is 124. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 925 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gowahi village is 74.81% out of which 79.10% males and 70.16% females are literate. There are about 57 houses in gowahi village. Pincode of gowahi village locality is 171201.
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 Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Theog is nearest town to gowahi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gowahi
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 | 258 | 134 | 124 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 85 | 36 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 193 | 106 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 28 | 37 |
Connectivity of Gowahi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gowahi
Frequently Asked Questions about Gowahi
Where is Gowahi located?
Gowahi village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gowahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowahi is Sandhu (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 171201, 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 258, with 134 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Gowahi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gowahi village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gowahi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gowahi is 74.81%. The male literacy rate is 79.10%, while the female literacy rate is 70.16%.