Hosur
About Hosur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Hosur village is 610312. Hosur village is located in Sira taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sira (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Hosur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 772.87 hectares. Hosur has a total population of 1,464 peoples, out of which male population is 747 while female population is 717. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 959 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of hosur village is 59.29% out of which 68.27% males and 49.93% females are literate. There are about 334 houses in hosur village. Pincode of hosur village locality is 572139.
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 Sira Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chitradurga Lok Sabha constituency. Sira is nearest town to hosur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Hosur
The population details of Hosur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,464 | 747 | 717 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 159 | 84 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 234 | 116 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 456 | 229 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 868 | 510 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 237 | 359 |
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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hosur
Where is Hosur located?
Hosur village is situated in Sira Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosur?
Hosur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Hosur?
The pincode of Hosur is 572139, 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 1,464, with 747 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hosur village has a total of 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hosur is 59.29%. The male literacy rate is 68.27%, while the female literacy rate is 49.93%.