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.

Gowara has its own place in the vibrant Sangrur 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 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.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gowara village:

  • The total population of Gowara village is around 2,818, including approximately 1,503 males and 1,315 females, with a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 278 children aged 0–6 years in Gowara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gowara village has 921 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gowara village is about 66.68%, with male literacy at 70.13% and female literacy at 62.74%.
  • There are around 574 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)
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%.