Hosuru
Hosuru is a village located in Shikarpur taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Shikarpur (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Hosuru village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Hosuru unique in its vibrant Shikarpur-Shimoga region. You’ll see Hosuru’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Hosuru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hosuru is 607817. The village spans a total geographical area of 1441.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577427. Shikarpur is nearest town to Hosuru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Hosuru
Population of Hosuru
According to the 2011 Census, Hosuru has a total population of about 2,173, with approximately 1,075 males and 1,098 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 195 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,156 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 236. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.88%, with male literacy at about 77.67% and female literacy near 66.21%. There are around 426 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hosuru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,173 | 1,075 | 1,098 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 101 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,156 | 569 | 587 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 115 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 1,562 | 835 | 727 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 240 | 371 |
Connectivity of Hosuru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hosuru. As per the 2011 stats, Hosuru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hosuru
Knowing the nearby villages of Hosuru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hosuru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hosuru
- Where is Hosuru located?
- Hosuru village is situated in Shikarpur Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hosuru?
- Hosuru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Hosuru?
- The pincode of Hosuru is 577427, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hosuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hosuru is 2,173, with 1,075 males and 1,098 females.
- How many households are there in Hosuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hosuru village has a total of 426 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hosuru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hosuru is 71.88%. The male literacy rate is 77.67%, while the female literacy rate is 66.21%.