Hosad

Hosad is a village located in Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Honnavar (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Mavinkurve is the gram panchayat of Hosad village.

Hosad has its own place in the vibrant Uttara Kannada 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 Hosad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hosad is 603784. The village spans a total geographical area of 135.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581334. Honavar is nearest town to Hosad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Hosad

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,243 610 633
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 98 43 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 3 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 959 515 444
Illiterate Population 284 95 189

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

  • The total population of Hosad village is around 1,243, including approximately 610 males and 633 females, with a sex ratio of 1037 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Hosad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hosad village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Hosad village is about 77.15%, with male literacy at 84.43% and female literacy at 70.14%.
  • There are around 297 households in Hosad village.

Connectivity of Hosad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hosad. As per the 2011 stats, Hosad 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Hosad

Knowing the nearby villages of Hosad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hosad.

Arolli Mundagod Kulakod Mavinkurva Mandalakurve Molkod Berolli Nagre Nirwattikodla Hadinbal Mutta Gundabala

Frequently Asked Questions about Hosad

Where is Hosad located?
Hosad village is situated in Honavar Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosad?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosad is Mavinkurve (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hosad?
The pincode of Hosad is 581334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hosad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hosad is 1,243, with 610 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Hosad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hosad village has a total of 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hosad is 77.15%. The male literacy rate is 84.43%, while the female literacy rate is 70.14%.