Gosu Kuman - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Gosu Kuman is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bhudai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gosu Kuman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosu Kuman is 056263. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.79 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gosu Kuman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khatima Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gosu Kuman
As per Census 2011, Gosu Kuman village has a total population of 1,212 people, consisting of 596 males and 616 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 853 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 384 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gosu Kuman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,212 | 596 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 88 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 384 | 197 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 853 | 456 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 140 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Gosu Kuman
Gosu Kuman 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 Gosu Kuman
Gosu Kuman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gosu Kuman.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Gosu Kuman is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gosu Kuman is about 72 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 Gosu Kuman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosu Kuman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gosu Kuman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosu Kuman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gosu Kuman
Where is Gosu Kuman located?
Gosu Kuman village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gosu Kuman?
The Gram Panchayat of Gosu Kuman is Bhudai.
What is the pincode of Gosu Kuman?
The pincode of Gosu Kuman is 262308.
What is the population of Gosu Kuman?
Gosu Kuman has a total population of 1,212, including 596 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Gosu Kuman?
There are 239 households in Gosu Kuman.
What is the literacy rate in Gosu Kuman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosu Kuman is 70.38%. Male literacy is 76.51% and female literacy is 64.45%.