Ghosi - Gawan, Giridih
Ghosi is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Amtaro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghosi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghosi is 350203. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.02 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Ghosi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghosi
As per Census 2011, Ghosi village has a total population of 356 people, consisting of 186 males and 170 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghosi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 186 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 48 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 73 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 113 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Ghosi
Ghosi 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 Ghosi
Ghosi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Ghosi is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghosi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghosi 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 Ghosi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghosi 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 Ghosi
Where is Ghosi located?
Ghosi village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghosi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghosi is Amtaro.
What is the pincode of Ghosi?
The pincode of Ghosi is 815313.
What is the population of Ghosi?
Ghosi has a total population of 356, including 186 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Ghosi?
There are 59 households in Ghosi.
What is the literacy rate in Ghosi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghosi is 33.15%. Male literacy is 39.25% and female literacy is 26.47%.