Huskur - Bengaluru East, Bengaluru Urban
Huskur is a village situated in the Bengaluru East taluka of Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from Bangalore East and around 26 km from Bangalore. Manduru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Huskur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Huskur is 613098. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.61 hectares and falls under the 560008 pincode. Hosakote is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Huskur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahadevapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bengaluru Central Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Huskur
According to the 2011 Census, Huskur village had a total population of 1,444 people, including 743 males and 701 females, living in 350 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.14%, with male literacy at 82.62% and female literacy at 71.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 327, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 1,444 | 743 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 93 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 159 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 975 | 537 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 206 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Huskur
Huskur 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 Huskur
Huskur 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hosakote to Huskur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bangalore to Huskur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Huskur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Huskur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Huskur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Huskur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Huskur
Where is Huskur located?
Huskur village is located in Bengaluru East Taluka, Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Huskur?
The Gram Panchayat of Huskur is Manduru.
What is the pincode of Huskur?
The pincode of Huskur is 560008.
What is the population of Huskur?
Huskur had a total population of 1,444, including 743 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Huskur?
Huskur had 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Huskur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Huskur was 77.14%. Male literacy was 82.62% and female literacy was 71.34%.