Hosur
Hosur is a village located in Heggadadevankote taluka of Mysore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Heggadadevankote (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Mysore. As per 2009 stats, D B Kuppe is the gram panchayat of Hosur village.
Hosur has its own place in the vibrant Mysore 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 Hosur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hosur is 619067. The village spans a total geographical area of 24.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571121. Manandavadi(kerala) is nearest town to Hosur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Hosur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Heggadadevankote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Hosur
Population of Hosur
Below is a concise population overview of Hosur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 707 | 351 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 62 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 667 | 330 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 220 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 131 | 176 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hosur village:
- The total population of Hosur village is around 707, including approximately 351 males and 356 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Hosur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Hosur village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 667 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Hosur village is about 56.58%, with male literacy at 62.68% and female literacy at 50.56%.
- There are around 115 households in Hosur village.
Connectivity of Hosur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hosur. As per the 2011 stats, Hosur 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 Hosur
Knowing the nearby villages of Hosur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hosur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hosur
- Where is Hosur located?
- Hosur village is situated in Heggadadevankote Taluka, within the Mysore district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hosur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hosur is D B Kuppe (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Hosur?
- The pincode of Hosur is 571121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hosur is 707, with 351 males and 356 females.
- How many households are there in Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hosur village has a total of 115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hosur is 56.58%. The male literacy rate is 62.68%, while the female literacy rate is 50.56%.