Hosakatte - Honnali, Davanagere
Hosakatte is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. H.gopagundanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hosakatte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hosakatte is 606769. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.58 hectares and falls under the 577217 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hosakatte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Honnali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hosakatte
As per Census 2011, Hosakatte village has a total population of 434 people, consisting of 226 males and 208 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hosakatte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 434 | 226 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 193 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 33 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Hosakatte
Hosakatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hathur | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Gopagondanahalli | North | 1.58 km |
| Marikoppa | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Chikkerahalli | West | 2.51 km |
| H.kadadakatte | South | 2.86 km |
| Dodderahalli | West | 3.11 km |
| Hiremata | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Somanamallapura | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Anjanapura | East | 3.67 km |
| Konayakanahalli | North-East | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hosakatte
Hosakatte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harnahalli, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Honnali to Hosakatte is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Hosakatte is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hosakatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hosakatte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Hosakatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hosakatte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Hosakatte
Where is Hosakatte located?
Hosakatte village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosakatte?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosakatte is H.gopagundanahalli.
What is the pincode of Hosakatte?
The pincode of Hosakatte is 577217.
What is the population of Hosakatte?
Hosakatte has a total population of 434, including 226 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Hosakatte?
There are 97 households in Hosakatte.
What is the literacy rate in Hosakatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosakatte is 77.88%. Male literacy is 85.40% and female literacy is 69.71%.