Hosgod
Hosgod is a village located in Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Honnavar (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Chikkankod is the gram panchayat of Hosgod village.
Here you can discover what makes Hosgod unique in its vibrant Honavar-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Hosgod’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 Hosgod
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hosgod is 603792. The village spans a total geographical area of 856.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581361. Honavar is nearest town to Hosgod village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Hosgod
Population of Hosgod
According to the 2011 Census, Hosgod has a total population of about 264, with approximately 136 males and 128 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.62%, with male literacy at about 81.62% and female literacy near 67.19%. There are around 52 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hosgod's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 264 | 136 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 197 | 111 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 25 | 42 |
Connectivity of Hosgod
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hosgod. As per the 2011 stats, Hosgod 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hosgod
Knowing the nearby villages of Hosgod helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hosgod.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hosgod
- Where is Hosgod located?
- Hosgod village is situated in Honavar Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hosgod?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hosgod is Chikkankod (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Hosgod?
- The pincode of Hosgod is 581361, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hosgod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hosgod is 264, with 136 males and 128 females.
- How many households are there in Hosgod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hosgod village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hosgod as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hosgod is 74.62%. The male literacy rate is 81.62%, while the female literacy rate is 67.19%.