Gosava - Malihabad, Lucknow
Gosava is a village situated in the Malihabad tehsil of Lucknow district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malihabad and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Lucknow. Gosava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosava is 143083. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.28 hectares and falls under the 226102 pincode. Malihabad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gosava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gosava
According to the 2011 Census, Gosava village had a total population of 1,542 people, including 823 males and 719 females, living in 268 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.25%, with male literacy at 84.87% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 843.
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 | 1,542 | 823 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 116 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 843 | 446 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 972 | 600 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 223 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Gosava
Gosava 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belva | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Raghu Rampur | South | 1.34 km |
| Mankauti | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Surgaula | South | 1.84 km |
| Dilavar Nagar | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Kahala | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Terva | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Jamolia | North | 2.50 km |
| Khushal Pur | South | 2.78 km |
| Kaithulia | North-West | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gosava
Gosava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dilawarnagar, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malihabad to Gosava is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Lucknow to Gosava is about 38 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 Gosava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosava 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 Gosava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gosava
Where is Gosava located?
Gosava village is located in Malihabad Tehsil, Lucknow district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gosava?
Gosava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gosava?
The pincode of Gosava is 226102.
What is the population of Gosava?
Gosava had a total population of 1,542, including 823 males and 719 females.
How many households are there in Gosava?
Gosava had 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosava was 73.25%. Male literacy was 84.87% and female literacy was 60.00%.