Gosal - Sayla, Surendranagar
Gosal is a village situated in the Sayla taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sayla and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Gosal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosal is 512439. The village covers a total geographical area of 1422.92 hectares and falls under the 363430 pincode. Surendranagar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Gosal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Limbdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gosal
According to the 2011 Census, Gosal village had a total population of 1,517 people, including 772 males and 745 females, living in 268 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.83%, with male literacy at 70.30% and female literacy at 45.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181.
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 | 1,517 | 772 | 745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 149 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 91 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 438 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 793 | 334 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Gosal
Gosal 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 Gosal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gosal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surendranagar to Gosal is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gosal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gosal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gosal
Where is Gosal located?
Gosal village is located in Sayla Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gosal?
Gosal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gosal?
The pincode of Gosal is 363430.
What is the population of Gosal?
Gosal had a total population of 1,517, including 772 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Gosal?
Gosal had 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosal was 57.83%. Male literacy was 70.30% and female literacy was 45.47%.