Hosur - Babaleshwar, Vijayapura
Hosur is a village situated in the Babaleshwar taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 55 km from Bijapur and around 55 km from Bijapur. Hosur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hosur is 599146. The village covers a total geographical area of 1180.38 hectares and falls under the 586113 pincode. Bilgi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Hosur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaleshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hosur
As per Census 2011, Hosur village has a total population of 3,598 people, consisting of 1,835 males and 1,763 females. The village has 759 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 509 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,126 literate and 1,472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hosur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,598 | 1,835 | 1,763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 509 | 255 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,139 | 591 | 548 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,126 | 1,232 | 894 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,472 | 603 | 869 |
Nearby Villages of Hosur
Hosur 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 Hosur
Hosur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bilgi to Hosur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Hosur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hosur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hosur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hosur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hosur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hosur
Where is Hosur located?
Hosur village is located in Babaleshwar Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hosur?
Hosur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hosur?
The pincode of Hosur is 586113.
What is the population of Hosur?
Hosur has a total population of 3,598, including 1,835 males and 1,763 females.
How many households are there in Hosur?
There are 759 households in Hosur.
What is the literacy rate in Hosur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hosur is 59.09%. Male literacy is 67.14% and female literacy is 50.71%.