Gowara - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Gowara is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Bariar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gowara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gowara is 028893. The village covers a total geographical area of 295 hectares and falls under the 143605 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Gowara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gowara
As per Census 2011, Gowara village has a total population of 1,280 people, consisting of 661 males and 619 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 828 literate and 452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gowara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,280 | 661 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 91 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 828 | 450 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 211 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Gowara
Gowara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gowara
Public transport in the Gowara is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gowara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Gowara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gowara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gowara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gowara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gowara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gowara
Where is Gowara located?
Gowara village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gowara?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowara is Bariar.
What is the pincode of Gowara?
The pincode of Gowara is 143605.
What is the population of Gowara?
Gowara has a total population of 1,280, including 661 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Gowara?
There are 233 households in Gowara.
What is the literacy rate in Gowara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gowara is 64.69%. Male literacy is 68.08% and female literacy is 61.07%.