Hosuru
About Hosuru
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Hosuru village is 609020. Hosuru village is located in Koppa taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Koppa (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Nuggi Bappunji is the gram panchayat of Hosuru village.
The total geographical area of village is 1394.59 hectares. Hosuru has a total population of 1,416 peoples, out of which male population is 694 while female population is 722. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1040 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of hosuru village is 66.53% out of which 75.36% males and 58.03% females are literate. There are about 351 houses in hosuru village. Pincode of hosuru village locality is 577150.
When it comes to administration, Hosuru 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, Hosuru village comes under Sringeri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. Koppa is nearest town to hosuru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Hosuru
The population details of Hosuru 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 | 1,416 | 694 | 722 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 129 | 55 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 434 | 201 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 942 | 523 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 171 | 303 |
Connectivity of Hosuru
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hosuru
Where is Hosuru located?
Hosuru village is situated in Koppa Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosuru is Nuggi Bappunji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hosuru?
The pincode of Hosuru is 577150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hosuru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hosuru is 1,416, with 694 males and 722 females.
How many households are there in Hosuru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hosuru village has a total of 351 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosuru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hosuru is 66.53%. The male literacy rate is 75.36%, while the female literacy rate is 58.03%.