Hossur
About Hossur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Hossur village is 623209. Hossur village is located in Gauribidanur taluka of Chikkaballapura district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Gauribidanur (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Chikkaballapur. As per 2009 stats, Hosur is the gram panchayat of Hossur village.
The total geographical area of village is 677.15 hectares. Hossur has a total population of 6,673 peoples, out of which male population is 3,383 while female population is 3,290. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 972 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of hossur village is 65.05% out of which 72.04% males and 57.87% females are literate. There are about 1,667 houses in hossur village. Pincode of hossur village locality is 561210.
When it comes to administration, Hossur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Hossur village comes under Gauribidanur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chikkballapur Lok Sabha constituency. Gauribidanur is nearest town to hossur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Hossur
The population details of Hossur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,673 | 3,383 | 3,290 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 671 | 330 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,411 | 693 | 718 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,025 | 537 | 488 |
| Literate Population | 4,341 | 2,437 | 1,904 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,332 | 946 | 1,386 |
Connectivity of Hossur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hossur
Where is Hossur located?
Hossur village is situated in Gauribidanur Taluka, within the Chikkaballapura district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hossur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hossur is Hosur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hossur?
The pincode of Hossur is 561210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hossur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hossur is 6,673, with 3,383 males and 3,290 females.
How many households are there in Hossur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hossur village has a total of 1,667 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hossur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hossur is 65.05%. The male literacy rate is 72.04%, while the female literacy rate is 57.87%.