Gowararam - Penuballi, Khammam
Gowararam is a village situated in the Penuballi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penuballi and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Gowraram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gowararam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gowararam is 579576. The village covers a total geographical area of 3693 hectares and falls under the 507302 pincode. Kothagudem is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Gowararam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sathupalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gowararam
As per Census 2011, Gowararam village has a total population of 3,361 people, consisting of 1,663 males and 1,698 females. The village has 888 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,827 literate and 1,534 illiterate residents. Additionally, 517 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gowararam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,361 | 1,663 | 1,698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 158 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 259 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 137 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 1,827 | 995 | 832 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,534 | 668 | 866 |
Nearby Villages of Gowararam
Gowararam 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 Gowararam
Gowararam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Gowararam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kothagudem to Gowararam is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Gowararam is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gowararam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gowararam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gowararam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gowararam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gowararam
Where is Gowararam located?
Gowararam village is located in Penuballi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gowararam?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowararam is Gowraram.
What is the pincode of Gowararam?
The pincode of Gowararam is 507302.
What is the population of Gowararam?
Gowararam has a total population of 3,361, including 1,663 males and 1,698 females.
How many households are there in Gowararam?
There are 888 households in Gowararam.
What is the literacy rate in Gowararam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gowararam is 54.36%. Male literacy is 59.83% and female literacy is 49.00%.