Gowara
Gowara is a village located in Malerkotla tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Malerkotla (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Gowara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gowara unique in its vibrant Malerkotla-Sangrur 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 039508. The village spans a total geographical area of 822 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148022. Malerkotla 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 2,818, with approximately 1,503 males and 1,315 females. The sex ratio is around 874 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 278 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 921 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 66.68%, with male literacy at about 70.13% and female literacy near 62.74%. There are around 574 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 | 2,818 | 1,503 | 1,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 159 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 490 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,879 | 1,054 | 825 |
| Illiterate Population | 939 | 449 | 490 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Malerkotla Tehsil, within the Sangrur 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 148022, 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 2,818, with 1,503 males and 1,315 females.
- How many households are there in Gowara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gowara village has a total of 574 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gowara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gowara is 66.68%. The male literacy rate is 70.13%, while the female literacy rate is 62.74%.