Gosainpur Mal - Dumri Katsari, Sheohar
Gosainpur Mal is a village situated in the Dumri Katsari subdivision of Sheohar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumri Katsari and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Sheohar. Jahangirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gosainpur Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosainpur Mal is 218867. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.2 hectares and falls under the 843301 pincode. Sheohar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gosainpur Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gosainpur Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Gosainpur Mal village had a total population of 358 people, including 188 males and 170 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.07%, with male literacy at 51.92% and female literacy at 35.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231.
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 | 358 | 188 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 125 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 81 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 107 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Gosainpur Mal
Gosainpur Mal 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 Mal
Gosainpur Mal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sheohar to Gosainpur Mal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gosainpur Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosainpur Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gosainpur Mal
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 Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gosainpur Mal
Where is Gosainpur Mal located?
Gosainpur Mal village is located in Dumri Katsari Subdivision, Sheohar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gosainpur Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gosainpur Mal is Jahangirpur.
What is the pincode of Gosainpur Mal?
The pincode of Gosainpur Mal is 843301.
What is the population of Gosainpur Mal?
Gosainpur Mal had a total population of 358, including 188 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Gosainpur Mal?
Gosainpur Mal had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosainpur Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosainpur Mal was 44.07%. Male literacy was 51.92% and female literacy was 35.25%.