Hosur Estate - Sakleshpur, Hassan
Hosur Estate is a village situated in the Sakleshpur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakleshpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Halasulige serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hosur Estate village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hosur Estate is 614889. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.46 hectares and falls under the 573134 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Hosur Estate village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakleshpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hosur Estate
According to the 2011 Census, Hosur Estate village had a total population of 331 people, including 166 males and 165 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.38%, with male literacy at 71.83% and female literacy at 65.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 331 | 166 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 93 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 102 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 64 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Hosur Estate
Hosur Estate 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gulagalale | East | 1.30 km |
| Hasade | West | 1.57 km |
| Kollahalli | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Halasulige | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Matasagara | South | 2.04 km |
| Gantebommanahalli | East | 2.10 km |
| Basavanahalli | West | 2.37 km |
| Masuvalli | North | 2.56 km |
| Kendanamane | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Bage | South-East | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hosur Estate
Hosur Estate is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sakleshpur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sakleshpur to Hosur Estate is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Hosur Estate is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hosur Estate
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hosur Estate village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hosur Estate
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 Estate 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hosur Estate
Where is Hosur Estate located?
Hosur Estate village is located in Sakleshpur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hosur Estate?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosur Estate is Halasulige.
What is the pincode of Hosur Estate?
The pincode of Hosur Estate is 573134.
What is the population of Hosur Estate?
Hosur Estate had a total population of 331, including 166 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Hosur Estate?
Hosur Estate had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosur Estate?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosur Estate was 68.38%. Male literacy was 71.83% and female literacy was 65.10%.