Hosoor
Hosoor is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Hosur is the gram panchayat of Hosoor village.
Here you can discover what makes Hosoor unique in its vibrant Virajpet-Kodagu region. You’ll see Hosoor’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 Hosoor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hosoor is 618038. The village spans a total geographical area of 1184.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571211. Virajpet is nearest town to Hosoor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Hosoor
Population of Hosoor
According to the 2011 Census, Hosoor has a total population of about 2,805, with approximately 1,384 males and 1,421 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 261 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 731 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 855. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.35%, with male literacy at about 70.09% and female literacy near 58.76%. There are around 739 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hosoor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,805 | 1,384 | 1,421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 127 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 345 | 386 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 855 | 412 | 443 |
| Literate Population | 1,805 | 970 | 835 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,000 | 414 | 586 |
Connectivity of Hosoor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hosoor. As per the 2011 stats, Hosoor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hosoor
Knowing the nearby villages of Hosoor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hosoor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hosoor
- Where is Hosoor located?
- Hosoor village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hosoor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hosoor is Hosur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Hosoor?
- The pincode of Hosoor is 571211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hosoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hosoor is 2,805, with 1,384 males and 1,421 females.
- How many households are there in Hosoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hosoor village has a total of 739 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hosoor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hosoor is 64.35%. The male literacy rate is 70.09%, while the female literacy rate is 58.76%.