Hosuru

Hosuru is a village located in Sorab taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sorab (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Guduvi is the gram panchayat of Hosuru village.

Hosuru 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 Hosuru

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hosuru is 607540. The village spans a total geographical area of 1021.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577429. Sorab is nearest town to Hosuru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Hosuru

Below is a concise population overview of Hosuru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 864 432 432
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 88 48 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 119 59 60
Literate Population 650 357 293
Illiterate Population 214 75 139

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hosuru village:

  • The total population of Hosuru village is around 864, including approximately 432 males and 432 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 88 children aged 0–6 years in Hosuru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hosuru village has 119 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Hosuru village is about 75.23%, with male literacy at 82.64% and female literacy at 67.82%.
  • There are around 212 households in Hosuru village.

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 village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
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.

Abasi Haralige Mutaguppe Goggehalli Dyavagodu Gudavi Kallambi Gunjanur Ankaravalli Chowdikoppa Kanthanahalli

Frequently Asked Questions about Hosuru

Where is Hosuru located?
Hosuru village is situated in Sorab Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosuru is Guduvi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hosuru?
The pincode of Hosuru is 577429, 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 864, with 432 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Hosuru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hosuru village has a total of 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosuru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hosuru is 75.23%. The male literacy rate is 82.64%, while the female literacy rate is 67.82%.