Hosur - Yelbarga, Koppal
Hosur is a village situated in the Yelbarga taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelbarga and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Hirearalihalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hosur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hosur is 601285. The village covers a total geographical area of 544.21 hectares and falls under the 583237 pincode. Kushtagi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Hosur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yelburga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hosur
As per Census 2011, Hosur village has a total population of 1,054 people, consisting of 544 males and 510 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hosur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,054 | 544 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 43 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 408 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 136 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Hosur
Hosur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ningalbandi | West | 1.92 km |
| Biraldinni | East | 2.63 km |
| Mandalmari | South | 2.73 km |
| Hire Arlihalli | North | 3.11 km |
| Taralkatti | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Matrangi | North | 3.84 km |
| Kalak Bandi | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Makkahalli | South-West | 4.19 km |
| N.jarkunti | East | 4.35 km |
| Budakunti | North-East | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hosur
Hosur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhanapur, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushtagi to Hosur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Hosur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hosur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hosur 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 Hosur
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 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
Where is Hosur located?
Hosur village is located in Yelbarga Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosur is Hirearalihalli.
What is the pincode of Hosur?
The pincode of Hosur is 583237.
What is the population of Hosur?
Hosur has a total population of 1,054, including 544 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Hosur?
There are 167 households in Hosur.
What is the literacy rate in Hosur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosur is 60.82%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 45.69%.