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Hosuru Village, Shikarpur Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population
Hosuru is a village in Shikarpur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Shimoga district, Karnataka. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Hosuru is a village in Shikarpur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Shimoga district, Karnataka. For Hosuru, the population is 2,173, PIN code is 577427 and Census village code is 607817. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Hosuru Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 607817 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 577427 |
| Population | 2,173 |
| Households | 426 |
| Area | 1,441.54 ha / 14.42 sq. km / 3,562 acres |
| Population density | 151 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 1021 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Shikarpur (12 km) |
| Current state | Karnataka |
| Census 2011 state | Karnataka |
| Current district | Shimoga |
| Census 2011 district | Shimoga |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 577427. This helps users verify the postal area for Hosuru, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 577427 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Shikaripur S.O, Amatekoppa B.O, Ambaragoppa B.O, Baganakatte B.O, Begur(Shikaripur) B.O, and Bhadrapura B.O |
| Best matching post office | Shikaripur S.O (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 12 |
| Postal district | Shivamogga |
| Postal state | Karnataka |
| Postal division | Shivamogga Division |
| Postal circle | Karnataka Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Hosuru comes under Hosuru gram panchayat and Shikarpur C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Shikarpur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Shikarpur at 12 km. The Census district headquarters, Shimoga, is 64 km away.
| Current state | Karnataka |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Karnataka |
| Current district | Shimoga |
| Census 2011 district | Shimoga |
| State code | 29 |
| District code | 568 |
| Taluk / Census sub-district code | 5517 |
| C.D. Block code | 85 |
| Block panchayat code | 85 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Hosuru village and its household count.
Total population
2,173 residents in 426 households
Male population
1,075
Female population
1,098
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 1,156; Scheduled Tribes: 236
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 1
Private primary school
Available; count: 1
Middle school
Available; government count: 2
Secondary school
Available; government count: 2
Senior secondary school
Available; government count: 2
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Primary health centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| Dispensary | 1 |
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Veterinary hospital | 1 |
| Medicine shop | 1 |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Available |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Available |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Available |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Not available in village |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Available |
| Hand pump | Not available in village |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 660.29 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 132.88 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 527.41 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 106.50 hectares |
| Tanks / lakes irrigated area | 26.38 hectares |
| Forest area | 544.38 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 77.06 hectares |
| Current fallow land | 47.45 hectares |
| Main crop | Maize |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Public bus service | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
How to Reach Hosuru
Shikarpur (12 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Shikarpur is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Shikarpur (12 km) |
|---|---|
| Taluk headquarters | Shikarpur (12 km) |
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluk, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Karnataka government website Official state/UT portal
- Bhoomi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 607817
- India Post PIN code search 577427
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Hosuru. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Private Primary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 2 |
| Private Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Secondary School | Available; 2 |
| Govt Senior Secondary School | Available; 2 |
| Primary Health Centre | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 3 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 3 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 3 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 3 |
| TB Clinic | 1 |
| TB Clinic Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| TB Clinic Doctors in Position | 1 |
| TB Clinic Para Medical Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 3 |
| TB Clinic Para Medical Para Medical Staff in Position | 3 |
| Dispensary | 1 |
| Dispensary Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Dispensary Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Dispensary Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Dispensary Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Practitioner with No Degree | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop | 1 |
| Tap Water Untreated | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, taluk, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hosuru village located?
Hosuru is located in Shikarpur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Shimoga.
Which Taluk is Hosuru in?
Hosuru is in Shikarpur Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Hosuru in?
District: Shimoga.
What is the village code of Hosuru?
The Census village code of Hosuru is 607817.
What is the PIN code of Hosuru?
The PIN code reported for Hosuru is 577427.
What is the population of Hosuru?
Hosuru has 2,173 residents in 426 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Hosuru part of?
Hosuru comes under Hosuru gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Hosuru?
The nearest statutory town to Hosuru is Shikarpur (12 km).
Which crops are grown in Hosuru?
The main crops reported for Hosuru are Maize.
What land-use details are available for Hosuru?
Land-use details for Hosuru include net area sown: 660.29 hectares, irrigated area: 132.88 hectares, and unirrigated area: 527.41 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Hosuru?
Government primary school status for Hosuru is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Hosuru?
Public bus service is not available in village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Hosuru?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Hosuru?
The total geographical area of Hosuru is 1,441.54 hectares.
How many households are in Hosuru?
Hosuru has 426 households as per Census 2011.
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