Gowa - Palera, Tikamgarh
Gowa is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Gova serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gowa is 456960. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.17 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gowa
As per Census 2011, Gowa village has a total population of 1,258 people, consisting of 666 males and 592 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 685 literate and 573 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gowa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,258 | 666 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 123 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 147 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 422 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 573 | 244 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Gowa
Gowa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghutkada Sanjayanagar | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Kachhaura Khas | North | 2.41 km |
| Kapasi | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Kudyala | West | 2.68 km |
| Budaur | South | 2.98 km |
| Thar | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Mallpura | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Kachhaua Ugad | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Satwara | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Ratwas | North-West | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gowa
Gowa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mau Ranipur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palera to Gowa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Gowa is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gowa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gowa
Where is Gowa located?
Gowa village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowa is Gova.
What is the pincode of Gowa?
The pincode of Gowa is 472221.
What is the population of Gowa?
Gowa has a total population of 1,258, including 666 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Gowa?
There are 335 households in Gowa.
What is the literacy rate in Gowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gowa is 54.45%. Male literacy is 63.36% and female literacy is 44.43%.