Hosur - Hukkeri, Belagavi
Hosur is a village situated in the Hukkeri taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from Hukkeri and around 48 km from Belgaum. Hosur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hosur is 597615. The village covers a total geographical area of 718.9 hectares and falls under the 591221 pincode. Hukkeri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Hosur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hukkeri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hosur
According to the 2011 Census, Hosur village had a total population of 3,010 people, including 1,533 males and 1,477 females, living in 663 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.86%, with male literacy at 82.10% and female literacy at 59.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 476.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,010 | 1,533 | 1,477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 198 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 250 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,872 | 1,096 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,138 | 437 | 701 |
Nearby Villages of Hosur
Hosur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hosur
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hukkeri to Hosur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Hosur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Hosur
Where is Hosur located?
Hosur village is located in Hukkeri Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosur?
Hosur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hosur?
The pincode of Hosur is 591221.
What is the population of Hosur?
Hosur had a total population of 3,010, including 1,533 males and 1,477 females.
How many households are there in Hosur?
Hosur had 663 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosur was 70.86%. Male literacy was 82.10% and female literacy was 59.37%.