Hosakote - Pandavapura, Mandya
Hosakote is a village situated in the Pandavapura taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandavapura and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Halebeedu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hosakote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hosakote is 614081. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.9 hectares and falls under the 571434 pincode. Pandavapura is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Hosakote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Melukote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hosakote
As per Census 2011, Hosakote village has a total population of 1,223 people, consisting of 622 males and 601 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 692 literate and 531 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hosakote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,223 | 622 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 111 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 411 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 211 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Hosakote
Hosakote 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Halebeedu | South | 1.45 km |
| Anunahalli | North | 1.60 km |
| Seeranahalli | West | 1.65 km |
| Bellale | West | 2.20 km |
| M. Shettihalli | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Kanchanahalli | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Narahalli | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Borapura | North | 3.12 km |
| Menagara | East | 3.32 km |
| Manikyanahalli | North-West | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hosakote
Hosakote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Byadarahalli, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pandavapura to Hosakote is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Hosakote is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hosakote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hosakote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hosakote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hosakote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hosakote
Where is Hosakote located?
Hosakote village is located in Pandavapura Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosakote?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosakote is Halebeedu.
What is the pincode of Hosakote?
The pincode of Hosakote is 571434.
What is the population of Hosakote?
Hosakote has a total population of 1,223, including 622 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Hosakote?
There are 284 households in Hosakote.
What is the literacy rate in Hosakote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosakote is 56.58%. Male literacy is 66.08% and female literacy is 46.76%.