Hostota - Sirsi, Uttara Kannada
Hostota is a village situated in the Sirsi taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirsi and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Janmane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hostota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hostota is 603176. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.79 hectares and falls under the 581315 pincode. Sirsi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Hostota 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 Hostota
As per Census 2011, Hostota village has a total population of 191 people, consisting of 105 males and 86 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 819 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 149 literate and 42 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hostota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 191 | 105 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 86 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 19 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Hostota
Hostota 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 Hostota
Public transport in the Hostota 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 Hostota is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Hostota is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hostota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hostota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hostota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hostota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hostota
Where is Hostota located?
Hostota village is located in Sirsi Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hostota?
The Gram Panchayat of Hostota is Janmane.
What is the pincode of Hostota?
The pincode of Hostota is 581315.
What is the population of Hostota?
Hostota has a total population of 191, including 105 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Hostota?
There are 49 households in Hostota.
What is the literacy rate in Hostota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hostota is 78.01%. Male literacy is 81.90% and female literacy is 73.26%.