Gosainkol

Gosainkol is a village located in Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Kadwa (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Shekhpura is the gram panchayat of Gosainkol village.

Gosainkol has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Gosainkol

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gosainkol is 224655. The village spans a total geographical area of 117 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Gosainkol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

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Population of Gosainkol

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,334 712 622
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 338 177 161
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 2 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 215 143 72
Illiterate Population 1,119 569 550

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

  • The total population of Gosainkol village is around 1,334, including approximately 712 males and 622 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 338 children aged 0–6 years in Gosainkol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gosainkol village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gosainkol village is about 16.12%, with male literacy at 20.08% and female literacy at 11.58%.
  • There are around 303 households in Gosainkol village.

Connectivity of Gosainkol

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gosainkol. As per the 2011 stats, Gosainkol had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gosainkol

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

Nista Gachh Rasulpur Shekhpura Roshanganj Sitalpur Bishunpur Jadopur Maktalpur Bhikhanpur Pakaria

Frequently Asked Questions about Gosainkol

Where is Gosainkol located?
Gosainkol village is situated in Kadwa Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gosainkol?
The Gram Panchayat of Gosainkol is Shekhpura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gosainkol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gosainkol is 1,334, with 712 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Gosainkol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gosainkol village has a total of 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosainkol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gosainkol is 16.12%. The male literacy rate is 20.08%, while the female literacy rate is 11.58%.