Hosur
Hosur is a village located in Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Chandgad (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Hosur village is also a gram panchayat.
Hosur has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Hosur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hosur is 568150. The village spans a total geographical area of 475 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416508. Belgaum(karnataka) is nearest town to Hosur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Hosur
Below is a concise population overview of Hosur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,121 | 569 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 748 | 438 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 131 | 242 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hosur village:
- The total population of Hosur village is around 1,121, including approximately 569 males and 552 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Hosur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Hosur village has 42 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Hosur village is about 66.73%, with male literacy at 76.98% and female literacy at 56.16%.
- There are around 242 households in Hosur village.
Connectivity of Hosur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hosur. As per the 2011 stats, Hosur 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 Hosur
Knowing the nearby villages of Hosur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hosur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hosur
- Where is Hosur located?
- Hosur village is situated in Chandgad Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hosur?
- Hosur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Hosur?
- The pincode of Hosur is 416508, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hosur is 1,121, with 569 males and 552 females.
- How many households are there in Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hosur village has a total of 242 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hosur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hosur is 66.73%. The male literacy rate is 76.98%, while the female literacy rate is 56.16%.