Gosair Char - Ranaghat - I, Nadia
Gosair Char is a village situated in the Ranaghat - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 33.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Habibpur and around 38.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Nawpara Masunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gosair Char village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosair Char is 322037. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.13 hectares and falls under the 741255 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gosair Char village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gosair Char
As per Census 2011, Gosair Char village has a total population of 1,844 people, consisting of 961 males and 883 females. The village has 469 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,049 literate and 795 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gosair Char are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,844 | 961 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 83 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 50 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 596 | 453 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 365 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Gosair Char
Gosair Char 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sibpur | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Ghol Nadia | East | 1.23 km |
| Gournagar | South | 1.55 km |
| Sundalpur Char | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Sarkarpur | North | 2.07 km |
| Par Niamatpur | East | 2.29 km |
| Char Gaur Nagar | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Char Sripur | West | 2.49 km |
| Ananda Dham | North | 2.94 km |
| Uttar Haradhan | North-East | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gosair Char
Gosair Char is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balagarh, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranaghat to Gosair Char is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Gosair Char is about 38.4 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 Gosair Char
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosair Char 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gosair Char
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosair Char village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gosair Char
Where is Gosair Char located?
Gosair Char village is located in Ranaghat - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gosair Char?
The Gram Panchayat of Gosair Char is Nawpara Masunda.
What is the pincode of Gosair Char?
The pincode of Gosair Char is 741255.
What is the population of Gosair Char?
Gosair Char has a total population of 1,844, including 961 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Gosair Char?
There are 469 households in Gosair Char.
What is the literacy rate in Gosair Char?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosair Char is 56.89%. Male literacy is 62.02% and female literacy is 51.30%.