Hosur

Hosur is a village located in Sakleshpur taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Sakleshpur (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Hosur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Hosur unique in its vibrant Sakleshpur-Hassan region. You’ll see Hosur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Hosur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hosur is 615053. The village spans a total geographical area of 320.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573137. Sakleshpur is nearest town to Hosur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

When it comes to local governance, Hosur 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 Sakleshpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan 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 Hosur

According to the 2011 Census, Hosur has a total population of about 690, with approximately 332 males and 358 females. The sex ratio is around 1078 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 61 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 306 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.97%, with male literacy at about 73.49% and female literacy near 62.85%. There are around 171 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hosur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 690 332 358
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 61 37 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 306 144 162
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 469 244 225
Illiterate Population 221 88 133

Connectivity of Hosur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hosur. As per the 2011 stats, Hosur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Hosur

Knowing the nearby villages of Hosur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hosur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Hosur

Where is Hosur located?
Hosur village is situated in Sakleshpur Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosur?
Hosur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Hosur?
The pincode of Hosur is 573137, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hosur is 690, with 332 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hosur village has a total of 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hosur is 67.97%. The male literacy rate is 73.49%, while the female literacy rate is 62.85%.