Hosdurg

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Since Hosdurg refers to both a taluk and a specific village, information on some aspects might be limited for the village itself. Here’s what we can gather:

Total Area: Not available for Hosdurg village specifically. However, the entire Hosdurg Taluk has an area of approximately 442 square kilometers.

District: Kasaragod

Nearby Taluk: N/A (Hosdurg itself is a taluk)

Pincode: The pincode for Kanhangad (where Hosdurg Fort is located) is 671316. This might be the same for the village as well, but confirmation is needed.

Vehicle Registration: KL-53 (Kasaragod district)

Weather: Kanhangad (and likely Hosdurg village) has a tropical monsoon climate with hot summers and heavy rainfall during monsoons. Average summer temperatures can reach 35°C (95°F).

Educational Institutions: Information on schools and colleges specifically in Hosdurg village is limited. However, Kanhangad, the headquarters of Hosdurg Taluk, has several educational institutions.

Transport:

  • Road: Hosdurg village likely has access to local roads connecting it to Kanhangad and other nearby towns.
  • Rail: The nearest railway station is Kanhangad Railway Station, about 5 kilometers away.
  • Air: The nearest airport is Kannur International Airport (IATA: Kannur), located about 100 kilometers from Kanhangad.

Places of Interest:

  • Hosdurg Fort: The historical landmark within Kanhangad town itself.

Tourist Places:

  • While Hosdurg village itself might not be a major tourist destination, Kanhangad and nearby areas offer attractions like:
    • Bekal Fort: A 17th-century fort overlooking the Arabian Sea.
    • Nileshwaram: Known for beaches and backwaters.
    • Manjapothi Hills: Offers scenic viewpoints and trekking opportunities.

Famous Festivals: The festivals celebrated in Hosdurg village would likely be the same as those in the broader Kasaragod district, including Theyyam, Poorakkali, and Maruthukali.

Railway Stations: Kanhangad Railway Station

Airport Nearby: Kannur International Airport (IATA: Kannur)

Hospitals: Information on hospitals specifically in Hosdurg village is limited. Kanhangad likely has hospitals that would serve the surrounding areas.