Gowaltha - Uri, Baramulla
Gowaltha is a village situated in the Uri tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Uri and around 65 km from Baramulla. Gawalta serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gowaltha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gowaltha is 002525. The village covers a total geographical area of 615.9 hectares and falls under the 193123 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gowaltha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gowaltha
According to the 2011 Census, Gowaltha village had a total population of 1,257 people, including 677 males and 580 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.73%, with male literacy at 80.11% and female literacy at 49.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 736.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,257 | 677 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 144 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 736 | 395 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 427 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 250 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Gowaltha
Gowaltha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gowaltha
Public transport in the Gowaltha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uri to Gowaltha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Gowaltha is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gowaltha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gowaltha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gowaltha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gowaltha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gowaltha
Where is Gowaltha located?
Gowaltha village is located in Uri Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gowaltha?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gowaltha is Gawalta.
What is the pincode of Gowaltha?
The pincode of Gowaltha is 193123.
What is the population of Gowaltha?
Gowaltha had a total population of 1,257, including 677 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Gowaltha?
Gowaltha had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gowaltha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gowaltha was 65.73%. Male literacy was 80.11% and female literacy was 49.13%.