Gowari
Gowari is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Gowari village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gowari unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Gowari’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gowari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gowari is 497983. The village spans a total geographical area of 618.4 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Gowari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gowari 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gowari
Population of Gowari
According to the 2011 Census, Gowari has a total population of about 1,160, with approximately 586 males and 574 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 27 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 757. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.00%, with male literacy at about 72.35% and female literacy near 57.49%. There are around 235 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gowari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,160 | 586 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 757 | 382 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 424 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 162 | 244 |
Connectivity of Gowari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gowari. As per the 2011 stats, Gowari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gowari
Knowing the nearby villages of Gowari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gowari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gowari
- Where is Gowari located?
- Gowari village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gowari?
- Gowari serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gowari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gowari is 1,160, with 586 males and 574 females.
- How many households are there in Gowari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gowari village has a total of 235 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gowari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gowari is 65.00%. The male literacy rate is 72.35%, while the female literacy rate is 57.49%.