Gowdagere
Gowdagere is a village located in Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Challakere (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Chitradurga. As per 2009 stats, Gowdagere village is also a gram panchayat.
Gowdagere has its own place in the vibrant Chitradurga 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 Gowdagere
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gowdagere is 605248. The village spans a total geographical area of 672.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577536. Challakere is nearest town to Gowdagere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gowdagere village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Molakalmuru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Gowdagere
Below is a concise population overview of Gowdagere as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,371 | 705 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 160 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 371 | 189 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 857 | 509 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 196 | 318 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gowdagere village:
- The total population of Gowdagere village is around 1,371, including approximately 705 males and 666 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Gowdagere village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gowdagere village has 334 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 371 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gowdagere village is about 62.51%, with male literacy at 72.20% and female literacy at 52.25%.
- There are around 253 households in Gowdagere village.
Connectivity of Gowdagere
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gowdagere. As per the 2011 stats, Gowdagere had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gowdagere
Knowing the nearby villages of Gowdagere helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gowdagere.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gowdagere
- Where is Gowdagere located?
- Gowdagere village is situated in Challakere Taluka, within the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gowdagere?
- Gowdagere serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gowdagere?
- The pincode of Gowdagere is 577536, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gowdagere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gowdagere is 1,371, with 705 males and 666 females.
- How many households are there in Gowdagere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gowdagere village has a total of 253 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gowdagere as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gowdagere is 62.51%. The male literacy rate is 72.20%, while the female literacy rate is 52.25%.