Hosapura - Gundlupet, Chamarajanagar
Hosapura is a village situated in the Gundlupet taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gundlupet and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Horeyala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hosapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hosapura is 619443. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.08 hectares and falls under the 571109 pincode. Gundlupet is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Hosapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gundlupet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hosapura
According to the 2011 Census, Hosapura village had a total population of 736 people, including 395 males and 341 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.49%, with male literacy at 67.70% and female literacy at 48.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 736 | 395 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 39 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 119 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 241 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 154 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Hosapura
Hosapura 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 Hosapura
Hosapura 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gundlupet to Hosapura is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Hosapura is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hosapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hosapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hosapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hosapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hosapura
Where is Hosapura located?
Hosapura village is located in Gundlupet Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hosapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosapura is Horeyala.
What is the pincode of Hosapura?
The pincode of Hosapura is 571109.
What is the population of Hosapura?
Hosapura had a total population of 736, including 395 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Hosapura?
Hosapura had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosapura was 58.49%. Male literacy was 67.70% and female literacy was 48.29%.