Gosairhat Forest - Dhupguri, Jalpaiguri
Gosairhat Forest is a village situated in the Dhupguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhupguri and around 42.1 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Jharaltagram-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gosairhat Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosairhat Forest is 307457. The village covers a total geographical area of 759.2 hectares and falls under the 735210 pincode. Dhupguri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gosairhat Forest 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 Forest
As per Census 2011, Gosairhat Forest village has a total population of 1,153 people, consisting of 610 males and 543 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 581 literate and 572 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gosairhat Forest are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gosairhat Forest
Gosairhat Forest is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonakhuli | East | 1.80 km |
| Niranjanpat | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Garakhuta | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Mallik Sobha | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Jhar Magurmari | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Dakshin Khuttimari | West | 3.48 km |
| Uttar Dangapara | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Sajnapara | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Uttar Gosairhat | South | 4.11 km |
| Uttar Kathulia | West | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gosairhat Forest
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gosairhat Forest. The nearest railway station is Altagram, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Forest is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Gosairhat Forest is about 42.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gosairhat Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosairhat Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gosairhat Forest
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 Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gosairhat Forest
Where is Gosairhat Forest located?
Gosairhat Forest village is located in Dhupguri Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gosairhat Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Gosairhat Forest is Jharaltagram-ii.
What is the pincode of Gosairhat Forest?
The pincode of Gosairhat Forest is 735210.
What is the population of Gosairhat Forest?
Gosairhat Forest has a total population of 1,153, including 610 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Gosairhat Forest?
There are 247 households in Gosairhat Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Gosairhat Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosairhat Forest is 50.39%. Male literacy is 55.57% and female literacy is 44.57%.