Gosainpur
Gosainpur is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Gosainpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gosainpur unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Gosainpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gosainpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gosainpur is 027443. The village spans a total geographical area of 112 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145001. Pathankot is nearest town to Gosainpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gosainpur
Population of Gosainpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gosainpur has a total population of about 1,209, with approximately 640 males and 569 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 418 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.44%, with male literacy at about 77.19% and female literacy near 71.35%. There are around 250 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gosainpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,209 | 640 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 87 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 211 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 900 | 494 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 146 | 163 |
Connectivity of Gosainpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gosainpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gosainpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gosainpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gosainpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gosainpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gosainpur
- Where is Gosainpur located?
- Gosainpur village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gosainpur?
- Gosainpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gosainpur?
- The pincode of Gosainpur is 145001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gosainpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gosainpur is 1,209, with 640 males and 569 females.
- How many households are there in Gosainpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gosainpur village has a total of 250 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gosainpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gosainpur is 74.44%. The male literacy rate is 77.19%, while the female literacy rate is 71.35%.