Housapur - Pusad, Yavatmal
Housapur is a village situated in the Pusad tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pusad and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Udadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Housapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Housapur is 542745. The village covers a total geographical area of 763 hectares and falls under the 445204 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Housapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pusad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Housapur
According to the 2011 Census, Housapur village had a total population of 503 people, including 258 males and 245 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.56%, with male literacy at 93.21% and female literacy at 68.81%.
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 | 503 | 258 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 206 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 52 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Housapur
Housapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Udadi | South | 2.75 km |
| Shampur | East | 3.01 km |
| Lakhi | North | 3.35 km |
| Rajana | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Ilakhi | West | 4.00 km |
| Mhaismal | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Brahmangaon | South-East | 5.03 km |
| Rampur | South | 5.56 km |
| Bhandari | East | 5.68 km |
| Parwa Budruk | South-East | 6.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Housapur
Public transport in the Housapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Washim, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pusad to Housapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Housapur is about 130 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 Housapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Housapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Housapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Housapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Housapur
Where is Housapur located?
Housapur village is located in Pusad Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Housapur?
The Village Panchayat of Housapur is Udadi.
What is the pincode of Housapur?
The pincode of Housapur is 445204.
What is the population of Housapur?
Housapur had a total population of 503, including 258 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Housapur?
Housapur had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Housapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Housapur was 81.56%. Male literacy was 93.21% and female literacy was 68.81%.