Hosamane - Belur, Hassan
Hosamane is a village situated in the Belur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Narvepete serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hosamane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hosamane is 615109. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.5 hectares and falls under the 573101 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Hosamane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hosamane
As per Census 2011, Hosamane village has a total population of 271 people, consisting of 135 males and 136 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 181 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hosamane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 135 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 99 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 36 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Hosamane
Hosamane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Byadane | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Vatehalli | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Utholalu | North | 1.87 km |
| Koralagadde | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Heggadde | South | 2.07 km |
| Nandagodanahalli | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Balaguli | North | 2.67 km |
| Biradahalli | South | 3.13 km |
| Udevara | East | 3.18 km |
| Thumbadevanahalli | West | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hosamane
Public transport in the Hosamane is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sakleshpur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sakleshpur to Hosamane is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Hosamane is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hosamane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hosamane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hosamane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hosamane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hosamane
Where is Hosamane located?
Hosamane village is located in Belur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosamane?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosamane is Narvepete.
What is the pincode of Hosamane?
The pincode of Hosamane is 573101.
What is the population of Hosamane?
Hosamane has a total population of 271, including 135 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Hosamane?
There are 66 households in Hosamane.
What is the literacy rate in Hosamane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosamane is 66.79%. Male literacy is 73.33% and female literacy is 60.29%.