Hosur - Savadatti, Belagavi
Hosur is a village situated in the Savadatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 45 km from Parasgad and around 70 km from Belgaum. Hosur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hosur is 598213. The village covers a total geographical area of 2771.59 hectares and falls under the 591111 pincode. Bail Hongal is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Bailhongal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hosur
As per Census 2011, Hosur village has a total population of 7,995 people, consisting of 4,048 males and 3,947 females. The village has 1,616 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 895 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,337 literate and 2,658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hosur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,995 | 4,048 | 3,947 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 895 | 470 | 425 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 188 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 5,337 | 3,011 | 2,326 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,658 | 1,037 | 1,621 |
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
Hosur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bail Hongal to Hosur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Hosur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hosur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hosur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hosur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hosur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hosur
Where is Hosur located?
Hosur village is located in Savadatti 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 591111.
What is the population of Hosur?
Hosur has a total population of 7,995, including 4,048 males and 3,947 females.
How many households are there in Hosur?
There are 1,616 households in Hosur.
What is the literacy rate in Hosur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosur is 66.75%. Male literacy is 74.38% and female literacy is 58.93%.