Hosakoppa - Siddapur, Uttara Kannada
Hosakoppa is a village situated in the Siddapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Siddapur and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Tarehalli - Kansur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hosakoppa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hosakoppa is 603591. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.42 hectares and falls under the 581340 pincode. Sirsi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Hosakoppa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hosakoppa
According to the 2011 Census, Hosakoppa village had a total population of 87 people, including 46 males and 41 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.95%, with male literacy at 87.80% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 10 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Hosakoppa
Hosakoppa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hosakoppa
Public transport in the Hosakoppa is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sirsi to Hosakoppa is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Hosakoppa is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hosakoppa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hosakoppa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hosakoppa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hosakoppa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hosakoppa
Where is Hosakoppa located?
Hosakoppa village is located in Siddapur Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosakoppa?
The Gram Panchayat of Hosakoppa is Tarehalli - Kansur.
What is the pincode of Hosakoppa?
The pincode of Hosakoppa is 581340.
What is the population of Hosakoppa?
Hosakoppa had a total population of 87, including 46 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Hosakoppa?
Hosakoppa had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hosakoppa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosakoppa was 83.95%. Male literacy was 87.80% and female literacy was 80.00%.