Gosegaon - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Gosegaon is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosegaon is 276000. The village falls under the 794102 pincode.
Gosegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gosegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gosegaon village had a total population of 259 people, including 131 males and 128 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.78%, with male literacy at 91.96% and female literacy at 83.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 130.
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 | 259 | 131 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 103 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 28 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Gosegaon
Gosegaon 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 Gosegaon
Public transport in the Gosegaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Baghmara to Gosegaon is about 27 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 Gosegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosegaon 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gosegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosegaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gosegaon
Where is Gosegaon located?
Gosegaon village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gosegaon?
The pincode of Gosegaon is 794102.
What is the population of Gosegaon?
Gosegaon had a total population of 259, including 131 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Gosegaon?
Gosegaon had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosegaon was 87.78%. Male literacy was 91.96% and female literacy was 83.49%.