Hosur
About Hosur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Hosur village is 608018. Hosur village is located in Hosanagara taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Hosanagara (tehsildar office) and 113km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Hosuru Sampekatte is the gram panchayat of Hosur village.
The total geographical area of village is 1054.35 hectares. Hosur has a total population of 1,186 peoples, out of which male population is 558 while female population is 628. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1125 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of hosur village is 67.03% out of which 73.48% males and 61.31% females are literate. There are about 281 houses in hosur village. Pincode of hosur village locality is 577425.
When it comes to administration, Hosur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Hosur village comes under Tirthahalli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency. Hosanagara is nearest town to hosur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Hosur
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,186 | 558 | 628 |
| Literate Population | 795 | 410 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 148 | 243 |
Connectivity of Hosur
| 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
Frequently Asked Questions about Hosur
Where is Hosur located?
Hosur village is situated in Hosanagara Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosur is Hosuru Sampekatte (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 577425, 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 1,186, with 558 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hosur village has a total of 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hosur is 67.03%. The male literacy rate is 73.48%, while the female literacy rate is 61.31%.