Hossur
Hossur is a village located in Chitapur taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chitapur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Satnor is the gram panchayat of Hossur village.
Hossur has its own place in the vibrant Gulbarga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Hossur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hossur is 620678. The village spans a total geographical area of 723.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585211. Chitapur is nearest town to Hossur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Hossur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chittapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Hossur
Below is a concise population overview of Hossur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,694 | 848 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 138 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 78 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 708 | 435 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 413 | 573 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hossur village:
- The total population of Hossur village is around 1,694, including approximately 848 males and 846 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 269 children aged 0–6 years in Hossur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Hossur village has 158 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 33 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Hossur village is about 41.79%, with male literacy at 51.30% and female literacy at 32.27%.
- There are around 313 households in Hossur village.
Connectivity of Hossur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hossur. As per the 2011 stats, Hossur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hossur
Knowing the nearby villages of Hossur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hossur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hossur
- Where is Hossur located?
- Hossur village is situated in Chitapur Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hossur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hossur is Satnor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Hossur?
- The pincode of Hossur is 585211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hossur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hossur is 1,694, with 848 males and 846 females.
- How many households are there in Hossur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hossur village has a total of 313 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hossur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hossur is 41.79%. The male literacy rate is 51.30%, while the female literacy rate is 32.27%.