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.
Gowara has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Gowara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gowara village:
- The total population of Gowara village is around 1,280, including approximately 661 males and 619 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 163 children aged 0–6 years in Gowara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gowara village has 108 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gowara village is about 64.69%, with male literacy at 68.08% and female literacy at 61.07%.
- There are around 233 households in Gowara village.
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) |
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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%.