Gogoșu (Dolj County): population and statistics
Gogoșu has a population of 438 (2026) across 43.1 km², or 10.2 people per km². It ranks 3,169 of 3,181 localities by population. Its population is falling: −27.8% between 2016 and 2026.
- 438 residents
- 43.1 km²
- 10 people/km²
Key points
Among the 111 localities in Dolj County, Gogoșu ranks No. 111 by population.
Active companies in the trade register per 1,000 inhabitants: 22.8 ‰ in Gogoșu, compared with an average of 55.2 ‰ in Dolj County and 60.3 ‰ nationally.
Gogoșu: the most common activity among active businesses is Retail trade (except motor vehicles) (6 businesses).
Gogoșu in numbers
Where is Gogoșu?
Neighbouring localities
- Seaca de Pădure6.3 km · 797
- Brabova7.8 km · 1,052
- Grecești8.0 km · 1,445
- Cernătești8.5 km · 1,551
- Botoșești-Paia9.1 km · 648
- Secu9.1 km · 939
- Sopot10 km · 1,586
- Argetoaia12 km · 4,538
Localities of similar size
Population of Gogoșu over time
Gogoșu had 607 residents in 2016 and 438 in 2026.
| Year | Population (by registered residence) |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 501 |
| 2022 | 487 |
| 2023 | 474 |
| 2024 | 458 |
| 2025 | 461 |
| 2026 | 438 |
Did you know?
- Number 1 in Dolj County for “Family doctors per 1,000 inhabitants”.
- Number 1 in Dolj County for “Pharmacists per 1,000 inhabitants”.
- “Existing dwellings”: lower than in 90% of localities.
- Its area is roughly equal to 6,036 football pitches.
- Its population density is 8.9 times lower than the national average.
- The nearest more populous locality is Seaca de Pădure (797 residents), 6.3 km away.
All indicators for Gogoșu
Value for the locality, then the regional average and the national median (for counts: regional and national totals). The gauge places the locality between the lowest and highest value in the country.
Population
| Indicator | Gogoșu | Dolj County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| People settling in the municipality per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 13.7 ‰ | 17.6 ‰ | 16.0 ‰ | ||
| People leaving the municipality per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 29.7 ‰ | 18.6 ‰ | 17.3 ‰ | ||
| Live births per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 9.1 ‰ | 6.7 ‰ | 6.9 ‰ | ||
| Deaths per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 45.7 ‰ | 12.8 ‰ | 13.0 ‰ |
Housing
| Indicator | Gogoșu | Dolj County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Existing dwellings (2025) | 743 | 309,497 | 10,177,161 | ranked 2,873 of 3,181 | |
| Dwellings per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 1,696 ‰ | 469.0 ‰ | 484.8 ‰ | ||
| Average living floor area per dwelling (m²) (2025) | 33.6 m² | 51.3 m² | 50.3 m² |
Economy
| Indicator | Gogoșu | Dolj County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active companies in the trade register per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 22.8 ‰ | 55.2 ‰ | 29.4 ‰ | ||
| Companies registered in the last 12 months per 1,000 inhabitants (2026) | 0.00 ‰ | 3.58 ‰ | 2.10 ‰ |
Employment
| Indicator | Gogoșu | Dolj County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average number of employees per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 59 ‰ | 215 ‰ | 71 ‰ | ||
| Registered unemployed as a share of labour resources (working-age population) (2026) | 6.9% | 5.0% | 2.3% |
Health
| Indicator | Gogoșu | Dolj County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doctors per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 2.28 ‰ | 5.69 ‰ | 0.52 ‰ | ||
| Family doctors per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 2.28 ‰ | 0.65 ‰ | 0.46 ‰ | ||
| Pharmacists per 1,000 inhabitants (2024) | 4.57 ‰ | 1.39 ‰ | 0.47 ‰ |
Education
| Indicator | Gogoșu | Dolj County | National | Position? | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School population (children, pupils and students) per 1,000 inhabitants (2025) | 68 ‰ | 172 ‰ | 91 ‰ | ||
| Education units per 10,000 inhabitants (2025) | 22.8 per 10,000 inh. | 3.2 per 10,000 inh. | 3.6 per 10,000 inh. |
Businesses by activity: Gogoșu
Active businesses in the business register with a recorded activity, by section and by activity (NACE Rev. 2). Only activities with at least 3 businesses are shown.
By industry section
- Wholesale and retail trade7 · 36.8%
- Accommodation and food services5 · 26.3%
Most common activities
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Gogoșu?
Gogoșu has 438 residents (2026), ranking 3,169 of 3,181 localities.
How big is Gogoșu?
Gogoșu covers 43.1 km², with a density of 10 people per km².
Is the population of Gogoșu growing?
Between 2016 and 2026, the population of Gogoșu went from 607 to 438, a change of −27.8%.
Where is Gogoșu?
Gogoșu is in Dolj County. Latitude 44.406, longitude 23.356.
Existing dwellings: what is the figure for Gogoșu?
In Gogoșu, “Existing dwellings” stands at 743 (2025), ranking 2,873 of 3,181 localities; the national median is 1,464.
Which localities border Gogoșu?
The nearest to Gogoșu are Seaca de Pădure (6.3 km), Brabova (7.8 km), Grecești (8.0 km), Cernătești (8.5 km), Botoșești-Paia (9.1 km).