Hosur
About Hosur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Hosur village is 609159. Hosur village is located in Tarikere taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Tarikere (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Bettadahalli is the gram panchayat of Hosur village.
The total geographical area of village is 170.24 hectares. Hosur has a total population of 715 peoples, out of which male population is 363 while female population is 352. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 969 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of hosur village is 63.64% out of which 72.45% males and 54.55% females are literate. There are about 158 houses in hosur village. Pincode of hosur village locality is 577228.
When it comes to administration, Hosur 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, Hosur village comes under Tarikere Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. Tarikere is nearest town to hosur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Hosur
The population details of Hosur 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 | 715 | 363 | 352 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 211 | 106 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 263 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 100 | 160 |
Connectivity of Hosur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hosur
Where is Hosur located?
Hosur village is situated in Tarikere Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosur is Bettadahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hosur?
The pincode of Hosur is 577228, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hosur is 715, with 363 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hosur village has a total of 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hosur is 63.64%. The male literacy rate is 72.45%, while the female literacy rate is 54.55%.