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.
Here you can discover what makes Hosad unique in its vibrant Honavar-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Hosad’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 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.
Google Map of Hosad
Population of Hosad
According to the 2011 Census, Hosad has a total population of about 1,243, with approximately 610 males and 633 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.15%, with male literacy at about 84.43% and female literacy near 70.14%. There are around 297 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hosad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.