Gosairhat Chhits - Dhupguri, Jalpaiguri
Gosairhat Chhits is a village situated in the Dhupguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhupguri and around 37.9 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Sakoyajhora-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gosairhat Chhits village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosairhat Chhits is 307492. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.31 hectares and falls under the 735210 pincode. Dhupguri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gosairhat Chhits village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhupguri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gosairhat Chhits
According to the 2011 Census, Gosairhat Chhits village had a total population of 730 people, including 378 males and 352 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.93%, with male literacy at 85.46% and female literacy at 75.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 340.
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 | 730 | 378 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 170 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 288 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 90 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Gosairhat Chhits
Gosairhat Chhits 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 Gosairhat Chhits
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gosairhat Chhits.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhupguri to Gosairhat Chhits is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Gosairhat Chhits is about 37.9 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 Gosairhat Chhits
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosairhat Chhits 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gosairhat Chhits
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosairhat Chhits village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gosairhat Chhits
Where is Gosairhat Chhits located?
Gosairhat Chhits village is located in Dhupguri Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gosairhat Chhits?
The Gram Panchayat of Gosairhat Chhits is Sakoyajhora-ii.
What is the pincode of Gosairhat Chhits?
The pincode of Gosairhat Chhits is 735210.
What is the population of Gosairhat Chhits?
Gosairhat Chhits had a total population of 730, including 378 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Gosairhat Chhits?
Gosairhat Chhits had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosairhat Chhits?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosairhat Chhits was 80.93%. Male literacy was 85.46% and female literacy was 75.97%.