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 President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Hosakatte village had a total population of 434 people, including 226 males and 208 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.57%, with male literacy at 92.79% and female literacy at 77.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 434, including 226 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Hosakatte?
Hosakatte had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosakatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosakatte was 85.57%. Male literacy was 92.79% and female literacy was 77.54%.