Gosainpur - Dagarua, Purnia
Gosainpur is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Dariyapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gosainpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosainpur is 224177. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 854326 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gosainpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gosainpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gosainpur village had a total population of 261 people, including 137 males and 124 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.23%, with male literacy at 31.73% and female literacy at 21.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 261 | 137 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 99 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 33 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 104 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Gosainpur
Gosainpur 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 Gosainpur
Public transport in the Gosainpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Gosainpur is about 16 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 Gosainpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosainpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gosainpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosainpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gosainpur
Where is Gosainpur located?
Gosainpur village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gosainpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gosainpur is Dariyapur.
What is the pincode of Gosainpur?
The pincode of Gosainpur is 854326.
What is the population of Gosainpur?
Gosainpur had a total population of 261, including 137 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Gosainpur?
Gosainpur had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosainpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosainpur was 27.23%. Male literacy was 31.73% and female literacy was 21.84%.