Gosalpur - Sihora, Jabalpur
Gosalpur is a village situated in the Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihora and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Gosalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosalpur is 489047. The village covers a total geographical area of 539.71 hectares and falls under the 483222 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Gosalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gosalpur
As per Census 2011, Gosalpur village has a total population of 6,251 people, consisting of 3,207 males and 3,044 females. The village has 1,433 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 806 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,376 literate and 1,875 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,472 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 277 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gosalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,251 | 3,207 | 3,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 806 | 416 | 390 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,472 | 753 | 719 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 140 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 4,376 | 2,436 | 1,940 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,875 | 771 | 1,104 |
Nearby Villages of Gosalpur
Gosalpur 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 Gosalpur
Gosalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Gosalpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihora to Gosalpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Gosalpur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gosalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gosalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gosalpur
Where is Gosalpur located?
Gosalpur village is located in Sihora Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gosalpur?
Gosalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gosalpur?
The pincode of Gosalpur is 483222.
What is the population of Gosalpur?
Gosalpur has a total population of 6,251, including 3,207 males and 3,044 females.
How many households are there in Gosalpur?
There are 1,433 households in Gosalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Gosalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosalpur is 70.00%. Male literacy is 75.96% and female literacy is 63.73%.