Jowku
About Jowku
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jowku village is 604760. Jowku village is located in Hospet taluka of Bellary district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Hospet (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bellary. As per 2009 stats, Hampadevanahalli is the gram panchayat of Jowku village.
The total geographical area of village is 1350.61 hectares. Jowku has a total population of 2,590 peoples, out of which male population is 1,272 while female population is 1,318. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1036 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jowku village is 40.35% out of which 48.58% males and 32.40% females are literate. There are about 539 houses in jowku village. Pincode of jowku village locality is 583222.
When it comes to administration, Jowku 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, Jowku village comes under Kampli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ballari Lok Sabha constituency. Kampli is nearest town to jowku village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Jowku
The population details of Jowku 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 | 2,590 | 1,272 | 1,318 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 411 | 201 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,262 | 613 | 649 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 459 | 217 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 618 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,545 | 654 | 891 |
Connectivity of Jowku
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jowku
Where is Jowku located?
Jowku village is situated in Hospet Taluka, within the Bellary district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jowku?
The Gram Panchayat of Jowku is Hampadevanahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jowku?
The pincode of Jowku is 583222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jowku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jowku is 2,590, with 1,272 males and 1,318 females.
How many households are there in Jowku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jowku village has a total of 539 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jowku as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jowku is 40.35%. The male literacy rate is 48.58%, while the female literacy rate is 32.40%.