Gosainpur - Lalganj, Pratapgarh
Gosainpur is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Saray Dasu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gosainpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosainpur is 158084. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 230132 pincode. Pratapgarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gosainpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishwavnathganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pratapgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gosainpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gosainpur village had a total population of 336 people, including 155 males and 181 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,168 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.11%, with male literacy at 84.96% and female literacy at 56.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 336 | 155 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 59 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Gosainpur
Gosainpur 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 Gosainpur
Gosainpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pratapgarh to Gosainpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gosainpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosainpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gosainpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosainpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gosainpur
Where is Gosainpur located?
Gosainpur village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gosainpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gosainpur is Saray Dasu.
What is the pincode of Gosainpur?
The pincode of Gosainpur is 230132.
What is the population of Gosainpur?
Gosainpur had a total population of 336, including 155 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Gosainpur?
Gosainpur had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosainpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosainpur was 69.11%. Male literacy was 84.96% and female literacy was 56.85%.