Gowja Sarkari - Sagar, Shivamogga
Gowja Sarkari is a village situated in the Sagar taluka of Shivamogga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 32 km from Sagar and around 50 km from Shimoga. Gowthamapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gowja Sarkari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gowja Sarkari is 607284. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.98 hectares and falls under the 577412 pincode. Sagar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gowja Sarkari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gowja Sarkari
As per Census 2011, Gowja Sarkari village has a total population of 23 people, consisting of 11 males and 12 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19 literate and 4 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gowja Sarkari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Gowja Sarkari
Gowja Sarkari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gowthampura | East | 1.13 km |
| Gowja Swasthi | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Sampalli | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Kotekoppa | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Narasipura | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Channashettikoppa | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Danandur | East | 3.70 km |
| Mumbalu | South | 4.29 km |
| Byadarakoppa | West | 4.49 km |
| Hirebilagunji | North-West | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gowja Sarkari
Gowja Sarkari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adderi, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sagar to Gowja Sarkari is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shimoga to Gowja Sarkari is about 50 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 Gowja Sarkari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gowja Sarkari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gowja Sarkari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gowja Sarkari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gowja Sarkari
Where is Gowja Sarkari located?
Gowja Sarkari village is located in Sagar Taluka, Shivamogga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gowja Sarkari?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowja Sarkari is Gowthamapura.
What is the pincode of Gowja Sarkari?
The pincode of Gowja Sarkari is 577412.
What is the population of Gowja Sarkari?
Gowja Sarkari has a total population of 23, including 11 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Gowja Sarkari?
There are 6 households in Gowja Sarkari.
What is the literacy rate in Gowja Sarkari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gowja Sarkari is 82.61%. Male literacy is 81.82% and female literacy is 83.33%.