Gowripura - Challakere, Chitradurga
Gowripura is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Siddeshvaranadurga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gowripura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gowripura is 605262. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.36 hectares and falls under the 577538 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gowripura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Challakere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gowripura
According to the 2011 Census, Gowripura village had a total population of 786 people, including 382 males and 404 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.94%, with male literacy at 75.22% and female literacy at 54.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 331, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 786 | 382 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 47 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 169 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 252 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 130 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Gowripura
Gowripura 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 Gowripura
Gowripura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Challakere to Gowripura is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Gowripura is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gowripura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gowripura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gowripura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gowripura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gowripura
Where is Gowripura located?
Gowripura village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gowripura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowripura is Siddeshvaranadurga.
What is the pincode of Gowripura?
The pincode of Gowripura is 577538.
What is the population of Gowripura?
Gowripura had a total population of 786, including 382 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Gowripura?
Gowripura had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gowripura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gowripura was 64.94%. Male literacy was 75.22% and female literacy was 54.84%.