Gowardhan
Gowardhan is a village located in Risod tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Risod (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Gowardhan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gowardhan unique in its vibrant Risod-Washim region. You’ll see Gowardhan’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 Gowardhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gowardhan is 531314. The village spans a total geographical area of 2083 hectares. Risod is nearest town to Gowardhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gowardhan
Population of Gowardhan
According to the 2011 Census, Gowardhan has a total population of about 3,902, with approximately 2,025 males and 1,877 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 458 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,210 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 121. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.73%, with male literacy at about 80.99% and female literacy near 67.98%. There are around 795 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gowardhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,902 | 2,025 | 1,877 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 236 | 222 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,210 | 614 | 596 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 54 | 67 |
Literate Population | 2,916 | 1,640 | 1,276 |
Illiterate Population | 986 | 385 | 601 |
Connectivity of Gowardhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gowardhan. As per the 2011 stats, Gowardhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gowardhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gowardhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gowardhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gowardhan
- Where is Gowardhan located?
- Gowardhan village is situated in Risod Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gowardhan?
- Gowardhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gowardhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gowardhan is 3,902, with 2,025 males and 1,877 females.
- How many households are there in Gowardhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gowardhan village has a total of 795 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gowardhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gowardhan is 74.73%. The male literacy rate is 80.99%, while the female literacy rate is 67.98%.