Gosana - Dasada, Surendranagar
Gosana is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Gosana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosana is 512081. The village covers a total geographical area of 637.68 hectares and falls under the 363750 pincode. Becharaji is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gosana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gosana
According to the 2011 Census, Gosana village had a total population of 928 people, including 475 males and 453 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.06%, with male literacy at 80.51% and female literacy at 40.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 928 | 475 | 453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 318 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 157 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Gosana
Gosana 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 Gosana
Gosana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gosana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Becharaji to Gosana is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Gosana is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gosana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gosana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosana 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gosana
Where is Gosana located?
Gosana village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gosana?
Gosana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gosana?
The pincode of Gosana is 363750.
What is the population of Gosana?
Gosana had a total population of 928, including 475 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Gosana?
Gosana had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosana was 61.06%. Male literacy was 80.51% and female literacy was 40.74%.