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
As per Census 2011, Ghosai village has a total population of 19,178 people, consisting of 10,150 males and 9,028 females. The village has 3,418 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,121 literate and 11,057 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,679 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghosai are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 19,178, including 10,150 males and 9,028 females.
How many households are there in Ghosai?
There are 3,418 households in Ghosai.
What is the literacy rate in Ghosai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghosai is 42.35%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 33.74%.