Ghosala - Soegaon, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Ghosala is a village situated in the Soegaon tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from Soegaon and around 150 km from Aurangabad. Ghosala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghosala is 548472. The village covers a total geographical area of 1152.7 hectares and falls under the 431150 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ghosala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sillod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghosala
As per Census 2011, Ghosala village has a total population of 1,690 people, consisting of 870 males and 820 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,091 literate and 599 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 249 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghosala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,690 | 870 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 126 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 69 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 120 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 1,091 | 633 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 237 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Ghosala
Ghosala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadgaon Kade | North | 2.31 km |
| Nimkheda | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Umarvihire | East | 3.53 km |
| Gahule | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Adharwadi | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Tikhi | East | 4.68 km |
| Satgaon | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Tidka | West | 5.26 km |
| Korhala | South-East | 5.53 km |
| Dharla | South | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghosala
Ghosala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pachora Jn, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Ghosala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Ghosala is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghosala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghosala 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 Ghosala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghosala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghosala
Where is Ghosala located?
Ghosala village is located in Soegaon Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghosala?
Ghosala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghosala?
The pincode of Ghosala is 431150.
What is the population of Ghosala?
Ghosala has a total population of 1,690, including 870 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Ghosala?
There are 371 households in Ghosala.
What is the literacy rate in Ghosala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghosala is 64.56%. Male literacy is 72.76% and female literacy is 55.85%.