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 President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Hosur village had a total population of 7,995 people, including 4,048 males and 3,947 females, living in 1,616 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.17%, with male literacy at 84.15% and female literacy at 66.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 371, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 154.
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 | 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 had a total population of 7,995, including 4,048 males and 3,947 females.
How many households are there in Hosur?
Hosur had 1,616 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosur was 75.17%. Male literacy was 84.15% and female literacy was 66.04%.