Hosapalya - Doddaballapura, Bengaluru Rural
Hosapalya is a village situated in the Doddaballapura taluka of Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 17 km from Dod Ballapur and around 43 km from Bangalore Rural. Channadevi Agrahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hosapalya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hosapalya is 625242. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.92 hectares. Dod Ballapur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Hosapalya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doddaballapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hosapalya
According to the 2011 Census, Hosapalya village had a total population of 25 people, including 11 males and 14 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,273 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Hosapalya
Hosapalya 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 Hosapalya
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Hosapalya. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Hosapalya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dod Ballapur to Hosapalya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bangalore Rural to Hosapalya is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hosapalya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hosapalya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hosapalya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hosapalya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hosapalya
Where is Hosapalya located?
Hosapalya village is located in Doddaballapura Taluka, Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosapalya?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosapalya is Channadevi Agrahara.
What is the population of Hosapalya?
Hosapalya had a total population of 25, including 11 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Hosapalya?
Hosapalya had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosapalya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosapalya was 62.50%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.