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
As per Census 2011, Hosur village has a total population of 3,010 people, consisting of 1,533 males and 1,477 females. The village has 663 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,872 literate and 1,138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 476 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hosur are given below:
| 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 |
| 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
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| 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 has a total population of 3,010, including 1,533 males and 1,477 females.
How many households are there in Hosur?
There are 663 households in Hosur.
What is the literacy rate in Hosur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosur is 62.19%. Male literacy is 71.49% and female literacy is 52.54%.