Hossur - Chittapur, Kalaburagi
Hossur is a village situated in the Chittapur taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from Chitapur and around 60 km from Gulbarga. Satnor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hossur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hossur is 620678. The village covers a total geographical area of 723.38 hectares and falls under the 585211 pincode. Chitapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Hossur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chittapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hossur
As per Census 2011, Hossur village has a total population of 1,694 people, consisting of 848 males and 846 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 708 literate and 986 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hossur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,694 | 848 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 138 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 78 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 708 | 435 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 413 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Hossur
Hossur 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 Hossur
Public transport in the Hossur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hossur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chitapur to Hossur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gulbarga to Hossur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hossur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hossur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hossur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hossur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hossur
Where is Hossur located?
Hossur village is located in Chittapur Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hossur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hossur is Satnor.
What is the pincode of Hossur?
The pincode of Hossur is 585211.
What is the population of Hossur?
Hossur has a total population of 1,694, including 848 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Hossur?
There are 313 households in Hossur.
What is the literacy rate in Hossur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hossur is 41.79%. Male literacy is 51.30% and female literacy is 32.27%.