Ghosi - Gola, Gorakhpur
Ghosi is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Majhavaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghosi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghosi is 188060. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.83 hectares and falls under the 273407 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ghosi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghosi
According to the 2011 Census, Ghosi village had a total population of 332 people, including 134 males and 198 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,478 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.21%, with male literacy at 83.64% and female literacy at 66.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 332 | 134 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 22 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 92 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 42 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Ghosi
Ghosi 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 Ghosi
Ghosi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Gorakhpur to Ghosi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Ghosi is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghosi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghosi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghosi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghosi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghosi
Where is Ghosi located?
Ghosi village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghosi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghosi is Majhavaliya.
What is the pincode of Ghosi?
The pincode of Ghosi is 273407.
What is the population of Ghosi?
Ghosi had a total population of 332, including 134 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Ghosi?
Ghosi had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghosi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghosi was 73.21%. Male literacy was 83.64% and female literacy was 66.47%.