Mekur Hosakeri

Mekur Hosakeri is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Polibetta is the gram panchayat of Mekur Hosakeri village.

Mekur Hosakeri has its own place in the vibrant Kodagu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mekur Hosakeri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mekur Hosakeri is 618036. The village spans a total geographical area of 1357.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571215. Virajpet is nearest town to Mekur Hosakeri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Mekur Hosakeri

Below is a concise population overview of Mekur Hosakeri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,324 1,640 1,684
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 344 171 173
Scheduled Castes (SC) 739 350 389
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 311 164 147
Literate Population 2,185 1,159 1,026
Illiterate Population 1,139 481 658

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mekur Hosakeri village:

  • The total population of Mekur Hosakeri village is around 3,324, including approximately 1,640 males and 1,684 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 344 children aged 0–6 years in Mekur Hosakeri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mekur Hosakeri village has 739 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 311 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mekur Hosakeri village is about 65.73%, with male literacy at 70.67% and female literacy at 60.93%.
  • There are around 833 households in Mekur Hosakeri village.

Connectivity of Mekur Hosakeri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mekur Hosakeri. As per the 2011 stats, Mekur Hosakeri 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 Mekur Hosakeri

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Mekur Hosakeri

Where is Mekur Hosakeri located?
Mekur Hosakeri village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mekur Hosakeri?
The Gram Panchayat of Mekur Hosakeri is Polibetta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mekur Hosakeri?
The pincode of Mekur Hosakeri is 571215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mekur Hosakeri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mekur Hosakeri is 3,324, with 1,640 males and 1,684 females.
How many households are there in Mekur Hosakeri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mekur Hosakeri village has a total of 833 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mekur Hosakeri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mekur Hosakeri is 65.73%. The male literacy rate is 70.67%, while the female literacy rate is 60.93%.