Gosil
Gosil is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Gosil village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gosil unique in its vibrant Devprayag-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Gosil’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 Gosil
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gosil is 043070. The village spans a total geographical area of 126.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249122. Devprayag is nearest town to Gosil village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gosil village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gosil
Population of Gosil
According to the 2011 Census, Gosil has a total population of about 410, with approximately 185 males and 225 females. The sex ratio is around 1216 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 37 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 64.39%, with male literacy at about 79.46% and female literacy near 52.00%. There are around 102 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gosil's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 410 | 185 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 264 | 147 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 38 | 108 |
Connectivity of Gosil
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gosil. As per the 2011 stats, Gosil had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gosil
Knowing the nearby villages of Gosil helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gosil.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gosil
- Where is Gosil located?
- Gosil village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gosil?
- Gosil serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gosil?
- The pincode of Gosil is 249122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gosil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gosil is 410, with 185 males and 225 females.
- How many households are there in Gosil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gosil village has a total of 102 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gosil as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gosil is 64.39%. The male literacy rate is 79.46%, while the female literacy rate is 52.00%.