Hosagunda
Hosagunda is a village located in Sagar taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Sagar (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Hosuru is the gram panchayat of Hosagunda village.
Hosagunda has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga 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 Hosagunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hosagunda is 607259. The village spans a total geographical area of 522.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577412. Sagar is nearest town to Hosagunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Hosagunda 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 Sagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Hosagunda
Population of Hosagunda
Below is a concise population overview of Hosagunda 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 | 345 | 171 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 126 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 45 | 64 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hosagunda village:
- The total population of Hosagunda village is around 345, including approximately 171 males and 174 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Hosagunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Hosagunda village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Hosagunda village is about 68.41%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 63.22%.
- There are around 75 households in Hosagunda village.
Connectivity of Hosagunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hosagunda. As per the 2011 stats, Hosagunda 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hosagunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Hosagunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hosagunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hosagunda
- Where is Hosagunda located?
- Hosagunda village is situated in Sagar Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hosagunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hosagunda is Hosuru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Hosagunda?
- The pincode of Hosagunda is 577412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hosagunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hosagunda is 345, with 171 males and 174 females.
- How many households are there in Hosagunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hosagunda village has a total of 75 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hosagunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hosagunda is 68.41%. The male literacy rate is 73.68%, while the female literacy rate is 63.22%.