Gowthampura
About Gowthampura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gowthampura village is 607283. Gowthampura village is located in Sagar taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Sagar (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Gowthamapura is the gram panchayat of Gowthampura village.
The total geographical area of village is 1467.1 hectares. Gowthampura has a total population of 1,937 peoples, out of which male population is 938 while female population is 999. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1065 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gowthampura village is 73.10% out of which 80.49% males and 66.17% females are literate. There are about 421 houses in gowthampura village. Pincode of gowthampura village locality is 577412.
When it comes to administration, Gowthampura 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, Gowthampura village comes under Sagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency. Sagar is nearest town to gowthampura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Gowthampura
The population details of Gowthampura 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 | 1,937 | 938 | 999 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 151 | 79 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 239 | 122 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,416 | 755 | 661 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 183 | 338 |
Connectivity of Gowthampura
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gowthampura
Where is Gowthampura located?
Gowthampura village is situated in Sagar Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gowthampura?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowthampura is Gowthamapura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gowthampura?
The pincode of Gowthampura is 577412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gowthampura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gowthampura is 1,937, with 938 males and 999 females.
How many households are there in Gowthampura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gowthampura village has a total of 421 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gowthampura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gowthampura is 73.10%. The male literacy rate is 80.49%, while the female literacy rate is 66.17%.