Ghosai - Chausa, Madhepura
Ghosai is a village situated in the Chausa subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chausa and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Chirouri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghosai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghosai is 226215. The village covers a total geographical area of 2235.89 hectares and falls under the 852213 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ghosai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghosai
According to the 2011 Census, Ghosai village had a total population of 19,178 people, including 10,150 males and 9,028 females, living in 3,418 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.11%, with male literacy at 63.76% and female literacy at 43.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,679, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 19,178 | 10,150 | 9,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,169 | 2,191 | 1,978 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,679 | 1,371 | 1,308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 8,121 | 5,075 | 3,046 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,057 | 5,075 | 5,982 |
Nearby Villages of Ghosai
Ghosai 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 Ghosai
Ghosai 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Ghosai is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Ghosai is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghosai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghosai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghosai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghosai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghosai
Where is Ghosai located?
Ghosai village is located in Chausa Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghosai?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghosai is Chirouri.
What is the pincode of Ghosai?
The pincode of Ghosai is 852213.
What is the population of Ghosai?
Ghosai had a total population of 19,178, including 10,150 males and 9,028 females.
How many households are there in Ghosai?
Ghosai had 3,418 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghosai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghosai was 54.11%. Male literacy was 63.76% and female literacy was 43.21%.