Gosal

Gosal is a village located in Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Gurdaspur (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Gosal village is also a gram panchayat.

Gosal has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gosal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gosal is 028021. The village spans a total geographical area of 170 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143512. Dhariwal is nearest town to Gosal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gosal

Below is a concise population overview of Gosal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 669 357 312
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 71 41 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 377 213 164
Illiterate Population 292 144 148

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gosal village:

  • The total population of Gosal village is around 669, including approximately 357 males and 312 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Gosal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Gosal village is about 56.35%, with male literacy at 59.66% and female literacy at 52.56%.
  • There are around 125 households in Gosal village.

Connectivity of Gosal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gosal. As per the 2011 stats, Gosal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gosal

Knowing the nearby villages of Gosal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gosal.

Lakhan Kalan Lakhan Khurd Kamalpur Naranwali Chikri Manj Talwandi Raja Dina Nath Mahal Bakhshiwala Sangatpur Maur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gosal

Where is Gosal located?
Gosal village is situated in Gurdaspur Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gosal?
Gosal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gosal?
The pincode of Gosal is 143512, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gosal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gosal is 669, with 357 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Gosal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gosal village has a total of 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gosal is 56.35%. The male literacy rate is 59.66%, while the female literacy rate is 52.56%.