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.
Here you can discover what makes Gosian unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Gosian’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Gosian
Population of Gosian
According to the 2011 Census, Gosian has a total population of about 1,332, with approximately 681 males and 651 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 186 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 174 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 35. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.87%, with male literacy at about 74.74% and female literacy near 60.68%. There are around 255 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gosian's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.