Gowkhera - Satpuli, Pauri Garhwal
Gowkhera is a village situated in the Satpuli tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from Satpuli and around 81 km from Pauri Garhwal. Raisoli Malli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gowkhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gowkhera is 047949. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.53 hectares and falls under the 246131 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Gowkhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gowkhera
According to the 2011 Census, Gowkhera village had a total population of 78 people, including 35 males and 43 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,229 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.37%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 35 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 12 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Gowkhera
Gowkhera 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 Gowkhera
Public transport in the Gowkhera is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Gowkhera is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri Garhwal to Gowkhera is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gowkhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gowkhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gowkhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gowkhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gowkhera
Where is Gowkhera located?
Gowkhera village is located in Satpuli Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gowkhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Gowkhera is Raisoli Malli.
What is the pincode of Gowkhera?
The pincode of Gowkhera is 246131.
What is the population of Gowkhera?
Gowkhera had a total population of 78, including 35 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Gowkhera?
Gowkhera had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gowkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gowkhera was 79.37%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 75.00%.