Hossur - Gauribidanur, Chikkaballapura
Hossur is a village situated in the Gauribidanur taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gauribidanur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Hosur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hossur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hossur is 623209. The village covers a total geographical area of 677.15 hectares and falls under the 561210 pincode. Gauribidanur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Hossur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gauribidanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hossur
As per Census 2011, Hossur village has a total population of 6,673 people, consisting of 3,383 males and 3,290 females. The village has 1,667 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 671 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,341 literate and 2,332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,411 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,025 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hossur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,673 | 3,383 | 3,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 671 | 330 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,411 | 693 | 718 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,025 | 537 | 488 |
| Literate Population | 4,341 | 2,437 | 1,904 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,332 | 946 | 1,386 |
Nearby Villages of Hossur
Hossur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hale Upparahalli | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Jodigurrappanahalli | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Jeerigepete | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Bhaktarahalli | West | 2.11 km |
| Kachamachanahalli | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Yerrapothenahalli | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Kurugodu Thammanahalli | East | 3.66 km |
| Ramapura | North | 3.79 km |
| Vychakurahalli | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Sonaganahalli | South | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hossur
Hossur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Someshwara, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gauribidanur to Hossur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Hossur 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 Hossur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hossur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hossur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hossur 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Hossur
Where is Hossur located?
Hossur village is located in Gauribidanur Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hossur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hossur is Hosur.
What is the pincode of Hossur?
The pincode of Hossur is 561210.
What is the population of Hossur?
Hossur has a total population of 6,673, including 3,383 males and 3,290 females.
How many households are there in Hossur?
There are 1,667 households in Hossur.
What is the literacy rate in Hossur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hossur is 65.05%. Male literacy is 72.04% and female literacy is 57.87%.