Gowara
Gowara is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Gowara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gowara unique in its vibrant Dera Baba Nanak-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Gowara’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 Gowara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gowara is 028893. The village spans a total geographical area of 295 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143511. Dera Baba Nanak is nearest town to Gowara village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gowara
Population of Gowara
According to the 2011 Census, Gowara has a total population of about 1,280, with approximately 661 males and 619 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 108 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.69%, with male literacy at about 68.08% and female literacy near 61.07%. There are around 233 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gowara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,280 | 661 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 91 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 828 | 450 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 211 | 241 |
Connectivity of Gowara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gowara. As per the 2011 stats, Gowara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gowara
Knowing the nearby villages of Gowara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gowara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gowara
- Where is Gowara located?
- Gowara village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gowara?
- Gowara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gowara?
- The pincode of Gowara is 143511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gowara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gowara is 1,280, with 661 males and 619 females.
- How many households are there in Gowara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gowara village has a total of 233 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gowara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gowara is 64.69%. The male literacy rate is 68.08%, while the female literacy rate is 61.07%.