Hoogya - Hanur, Chamarajanagar
Hoogya is a village situated in the Hanur taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 72 km from Kollegal and around 112 km from Chamarajanagar. Hoogya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hoogya is 619881. The village covers a total geographical area of 2649.27 hectares and falls under the 571444 pincode. Hanur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Hoogya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hoogya
As per Census 2011, Hoogya village has a total population of 7,974 people, consisting of 4,174 males and 3,800 females. The village has 2,100 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 916 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,906 literate and 4,068 illiterate residents. Additionally, 780 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 683 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hoogya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,974 | 4,174 | 3,800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 916 | 489 | 427 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 780 | 404 | 376 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 683 | 333 | 350 |
| Literate Population | 3,906 | 2,454 | 1,452 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,068 | 1,720 | 2,348 |
Nearby Villages of Hoogya
Hoogya 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 Hoogya
Hoogya 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 Hanur to Hoogya is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Hoogya is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hoogya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hoogya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hoogya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hoogya 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hoogya
Where is Hoogya located?
Hoogya village is located in Hanur Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hoogya?
Hoogya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hoogya?
The pincode of Hoogya is 571444.
What is the population of Hoogya?
Hoogya has a total population of 7,974, including 4,174 males and 3,800 females.
How many households are there in Hoogya?
There are 2,100 households in Hoogya.
What is the literacy rate in Hoogya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hoogya is 48.98%. Male literacy is 58.79% and female literacy is 38.21%.