Hosur - Shrirangapattana, Mandya
Hosur is a village situated in the Shrirangapattana taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srirangapatna and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Melapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hosur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hosur is 614295. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.32 hectares and falls under the 571477 pincode. Srirangapattana is the nearest town, located about 11 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 Shrirangapattana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hosur
As per Census 2011, Hosur village has a total population of 625 people, consisting of 302 males and 323 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 411 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hosur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 625 | 302 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 94 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 222 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 80 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Hosur
Hosur 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 Hosur
Hosur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hosur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Srirangapattana to Hosur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Hosur is about 31 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hosur
Where is Hosur located?
Hosur village is located in Shrirangapattana Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosur is Melapura.
What is the pincode of Hosur?
The pincode of Hosur is 571477.
What is the population of Hosur?
Hosur has a total population of 625, including 302 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Hosur?
There are 133 households in Hosur.
What is the literacy rate in Hosur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosur is 65.76%. Male literacy is 73.51% and female literacy is 58.51%.