Gosairhat Forest
Gosairhat Forest is a village located in Dhupguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.5km away from sub-district headquarter Dhupguri (tehsildar office) and 42.1km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Jharaltagram Ii is the gram panchayat of Gosairhat Forest village.
Gosairhat Forest has its own place in the vibrant Jalpaiguri 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 Gosairhat Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gosairhat Forest is 307457. The village spans a total geographical area of 759.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 735210. Dhupguri is nearest town to Gosairhat Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gosairhat Forest 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 Dhupguri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gosairhat Forest
Population of Gosairhat Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Gosairhat Forest as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,153 | 610 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 88 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,107 | 584 | 523 |
| Literate Population | 581 | 339 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 271 | 301 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gosairhat Forest village:
- The total population of Gosairhat Forest village is around 1,153, including approximately 610 males and 543 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 158 children aged 0–6 years in Gosairhat Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gosairhat Forest village has 3 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,107 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gosairhat Forest village is about 50.39%, with male literacy at 55.57% and female literacy at 44.57%.
- There are around 247 households in Gosairhat Forest village.
Connectivity of Gosairhat Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gosairhat Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Gosairhat Forest had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gosairhat Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Gosairhat Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gosairhat Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gosairhat Forest
- Where is Gosairhat Forest located?
- Gosairhat Forest village is situated in Dhupguri Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gosairhat Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gosairhat Forest is Jharaltagram Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gosairhat Forest?
- The pincode of Gosairhat Forest is 735210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gosairhat Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gosairhat Forest is 1,153, with 610 males and 543 females.
- How many households are there in Gosairhat Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gosairhat Forest village has a total of 247 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gosairhat Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gosairhat Forest is 50.39%. The male literacy rate is 55.57%, while the female literacy rate is 44.57%.