Hosur - Channarayapatna, Hassan
Hosur is a village situated in the Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channarayapatna and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Baragur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hosur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hosur is 617078. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.4 hectares and falls under the 573131 pincode. Channarayapatna is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Hosur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Holenarasipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hosur
According to the 2011 Census, Hosur village had a total population of 772 people, including 385 males and 387 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.09%, with male literacy at 85.67% and female literacy at 67.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 486, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 772 | 385 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 486 | 249 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 525 | 287 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 98 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Hosur
Hosur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hosur
Hosur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Hosur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Channarayapatna to Hosur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Hosur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hosur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hosur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hosur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hosur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hosur
Where is Hosur located?
Hosur village is located in Channarayapatna Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosur is Baragur.
What is the pincode of Hosur?
The pincode of Hosur is 573131.
What is the population of Hosur?
Hosur had a total population of 772, including 385 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Hosur?
Hosur had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosur was 76.09%. Male literacy was 85.67% and female literacy was 67.04%.