Rowa - Panisagar, North Tripura
Rowa is a village situated in the Panisagar subdivision of North Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panisagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kailasahar. East Rowa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rowa is 272649. The village covers a total geographical area of 1209 hectares and falls under the 799260 pincode. Dharmanagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Rowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Panisagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rowa
As per Census 2011, Rowa village has a total population of 6,544 people, consisting of 3,400 males and 3,144 females. The village has 1,418 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 932 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,208 literate and 1,336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rowa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,544 | 3,400 | 3,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 932 | 504 | 428 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,307 | 669 | 638 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 5,208 | 2,739 | 2,469 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,336 | 661 | 675 |
Nearby Villages of Rowa
Rowa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Padmabill | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Jalebassa | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Ramnagar | North | 3.20 km |
| Deochhera | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Uttar Padmabill | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Bilthai | West | 4.44 km |
| Purba Tilthai | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Indurail | East | 5.43 km |
| Uptakhali | North | 5.71 km |
| Jubarajnagar | North-West | 5.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rowa
Rowa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panisagar, while the nearest airport is Kailashahar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharmanagar to Rowa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kailasahar to Rowa is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rowa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rowa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rowa
Where is Rowa located?
Rowa village is located in Panisagar Subdivision, North Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Rowa is East Rowa.
What is the pincode of Rowa?
The pincode of Rowa is 799260.
What is the population of Rowa?
Rowa has a total population of 6,544, including 3,400 males and 3,144 females.
How many households are there in Rowa?
There are 1,418 households in Rowa.
What is the literacy rate in Rowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rowa is 79.58%. Male literacy is 80.56% and female literacy is 78.53%.