Gosam

Gosam is a village located in Ranastalam mandal of Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Ranastalam (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Srikakulam. As per 2009 stats, Krishanpuram is the gram panchayat of Gosam village.

Gosam has its own place in the vibrant Srikakulam 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 Gosam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gosam is 581657. The village spans a total geographical area of 138 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 532403. Srikakulam is nearest town to Gosam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.

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Population of Gosam

Below is a concise population overview of Gosam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 730 368 362
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 39 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 75 39 36
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 312 181 131
Illiterate Population 418 187 231

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

  • The total population of Gosam village is around 730, including approximately 368 males and 362 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Gosam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gosam village has 75 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gosam village is about 42.74%, with male literacy at 49.18% and female literacy at 36.19%.
  • There are around 168 households in Gosam village.

Connectivity of Gosam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gosam. As per the 2011 stats, Gosam 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gosam

Knowing the nearby villages of Gosam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gosam.

Kosta Ranastalam Narasimha Gopalapuram Krishnapuram Mahanthipalem Surapuram Yerravaram Narayanapatnam Ravada Uppivalasa Venkataraopeta

Frequently Asked Questions about Gosam

Where is Gosam located?
Gosam village is situated in Ranastalam Mandal, within the Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gosam?
The Gram Panchayat of Gosam is Krishanpuram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gosam?
The pincode of Gosam is 532403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gosam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gosam is 730, with 368 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Gosam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gosam village has a total of 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gosam is 42.74%. The male literacy rate is 49.18%, while the female literacy rate is 36.19%.