Sosalagere - Channarayapatna, Hassan
Sosalagere is a village situated in the Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channarayapatna and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Akkanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sosalagere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sosalagere is 617300. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.03 hectares and falls under the 573131 pincode. Channarayapatna is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sosalagere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shravanabelagola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sosalagere
As per Census 2011, Sosalagere village has a total population of 882 people, consisting of 453 males and 429 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 664 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sosalagere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 882 | 453 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 32 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 67 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 664 | 382 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 71 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Sosalagere
Sosalagere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Joisaramavinahalli | West | 1.43 km |
| Akkanahalli | South | 1.93 km |
| Madalagere Kaval | East | 2.17 km |
| Ungragere | North | 2.74 km |
| Mullkere | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Madalagere | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Kattigehalli | South | 3.58 km |
| Masakanahalli | North | 3.62 km |
| M.dasapura | West | 3.76 km |
| Samudravalli | South-West | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sosalagere
Public transport in the Sosalagere is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tiptur, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Channarayapatna to Sosalagere is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Sosalagere is about 65 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 Sosalagere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sosalagere 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 Sosalagere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sosalagere 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 Sosalagere
Where is Sosalagere located?
Sosalagere village is located in Channarayapatna Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sosalagere?
The Gram Panchayat of Sosalagere is Akkanahalli.
What is the pincode of Sosalagere?
The pincode of Sosalagere is 573131.
What is the population of Sosalagere?
Sosalagere has a total population of 882, including 453 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Sosalagere?
There are 226 households in Sosalagere.
What is the literacy rate in Sosalagere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sosalagere is 75.28%. Male literacy is 84.33% and female literacy is 65.73%.