Gosian

Gosian is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Gharattal is the gram panchayat of Gosian village.

Gosian has its own place in the vibrant Jammu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gosian

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gosian is 005445. The village spans a total geographical area of 410.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Gosian village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Gosian

Below is a concise population overview of Gosian as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,332 681 651
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 186 113 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) 174 85 89
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 35 22 13
Literate Population 904 509 395
Illiterate Population 428 172 256

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gosian village:

  • The total population of Gosian village is around 1,332, including approximately 681 males and 651 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 186 children aged 0–6 years in Gosian village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gosian village has 174 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 35 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gosian village is about 67.87%, with male literacy at 74.74% and female literacy at 60.68%.
  • There are around 255 households in Gosian village.

Connectivity of Gosian

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gosian. As per the 2011 stats, Gosian had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gosian

Knowing the nearby villages of Gosian helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gosian.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gosian

Where is Gosian located?
Gosian village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gosian?
The Gram Panchayat of Gosian is Gharattal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gosian?
The pincode of Gosian is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gosian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gosian is 1,332, with 681 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Gosian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gosian village has a total of 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosian as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gosian is 67.87%. The male literacy rate is 74.74%, while the female literacy rate is 60.68%.