Gosang - Jengging Circle, Upper Siang
Gosang is a village situated in the Jengging Circle of Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Jengging and around 15 km from Yingkiong. Gosang-moying serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gosang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosang is 263990. The village falls under the 791002 pincode. Yingkiong is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gosang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gosang
According to the 2011 Census, Gosang village had a total population of 196 people, including 101 males and 95 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 54.64% and female literacy at 44.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 195.
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 | 196 | 101 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 100 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 53 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 48 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Gosang
Gosang 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 Gosang
Gosang is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yingkiong to Gosang is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gosang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gosang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gosang
Where is Gosang located?
Gosang village is located in Jengging Circle Circle, Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gosang?
The Gram Panchayat of Gosang is Gosang-moying.
What is the pincode of Gosang?
The pincode of Gosang is 791002.
What is the population of Gosang?
Gosang had a total population of 196, including 101 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Gosang?
Gosang had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosang was 50.00%. Male literacy was 54.64% and female literacy was 44.71%.