What is the whois server for .gov?
By default, whois server for .gov TLD is whois.dotgov.gov. This can be used to fetch the .gov domain/website whois information. Extension .gov sponsoring organisation is General Services AdministrationAttn: QTDC, 2E08 (.gov Domain Registration) and its registered on 01-01-1985.
Sponsoring Organisation Details
General Services Administration
Attn: QTDC, 2E08 (.gov Domain Registration)
10304 Eaton Place
Fairfax Virginia 22030
United States
Usage
whois -h <whois server> <domain name>
For example
whois -h whois.dotgov.gov hiox.gov