Gosaba
Gosaba is a village located in Gosaba subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Gosaba (tehsildar office) and 91.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Gosaba village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gosaba unique in its vibrant Gosaba-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Gosaba’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gosaba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gosaba is 335147. The village spans a total geographical area of 318.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743370. Canning is nearest town to Gosaba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Gosaba
Population of Gosaba
According to the 2011 Census, Gosaba has a total population of about 5,369, with approximately 2,681 males and 2,688 females. The sex ratio is around 1002 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 503 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,681 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 179. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.39%, with male literacy at about 79.71% and female literacy near 69.08%. There are around 1,329 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gosaba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,369 | 2,681 | 2,688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 247 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,681 | 840 | 841 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 84 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 3,994 | 2,137 | 1,857 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,375 | 544 | 831 |
Connectivity of Gosaba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gosaba. As per the 2011 stats, Gosaba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gosaba
Knowing the nearby villages of Gosaba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gosaba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gosaba
- Where is Gosaba located?
- Gosaba village is situated in Gosaba Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gosaba?
- Gosaba serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gosaba?
- The pincode of Gosaba is 743370, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gosaba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gosaba is 5,369, with 2,681 males and 2,688 females.
- How many households are there in Gosaba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gosaba village has a total of 1,329 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gosaba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gosaba is 74.39%. The male literacy rate is 79.71%, while the female literacy rate is 69.08%.