Gostu

Gostu is a village located in Srinagar tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Srinagar (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Kafoli is the gram panchayat of Gostu village.

Gostu has its own place in the vibrant Garhwal 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 Gostu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gostu is 045549. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246172. Srinagar is nearest town to Gostu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Gostu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 91 45 46
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 5 2 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) 17 8 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 72 43 29
Illiterate Population 19 2 17

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

  • The total population of Gostu village is around 91, including approximately 45 males and 46 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 5 children aged 0–6 years in Gostu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gostu village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gostu village is about 79.12%, with male literacy at 95.56% and female literacy at 63.04%.
  • There are around 23 households in Gostu village.

Connectivity of Gostu

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

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

Nearby Villages of Gostu

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

Dikholiya Chopda Bagwan Haidi Arkhund Gamsali Gaduli Saund Dugra Bhaldiyana Kafoli Masauli

Frequently Asked Questions about Gostu

Where is Gostu located?
Gostu village is situated in Srinagar Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gostu?
The Gram Panchayat of Gostu is Kafoli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gostu?
The pincode of Gostu is 246172, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gostu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gostu is 91, with 45 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Gostu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gostu village has a total of 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gostu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gostu is 79.12%. The male literacy rate is 95.56%, while the female literacy rate is 63.04%.