Gosa - Jarmundi, Dumka
Gosa is a village situated in the Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jarmundi and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Raikinari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gosa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosa is 370032. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.86 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Gosa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gosa
According to the 2011 Census, Gosa village had a total population of 123 people, including 56 males and 67 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,196 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.33%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 43.10%.
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 | 123 | 56 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 38 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 18 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Gosa
Gosa 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 Gosa
Public transport in the Gosa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gosa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Gosa is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gosa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gosa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosa 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 Gosa
Where is Gosa located?
Gosa village is located in Jarmundi Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gosa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gosa is Raikinari.
What is the pincode of Gosa?
The pincode of Gosa is 814145.
What is the population of Gosa?
Gosa had a total population of 123, including 56 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Gosa?
Gosa had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosa was 58.33%. Male literacy was 76.00% and female literacy was 43.10%.