Hosabettu is a vibrant residential locality near Surathkal, nestled within the Mangaluru city corporation limits, conveniently located along National Highway 66.

Hosabettu (called Posodi in the local Tulu language) is the 8th Ward in Mangalore City
Corporation, Dakshina Kannada District, Karnataka State. The latitude and longitude of this
Ward are 12.976 degree North and 74.804 degree East. The total geographical area of
Hosabettu ward is more than 1200 acres. Earlier it was known as Hosabettu Mandal
Panchayat. Later Govt. Of Karnataka formed Hosabettu ward by merging parts of 3 villages
namely Hosabettu village, Iddya village and Kulai village. It is just 12 km away from
Mangalore city area. On the outskirts, within a radius of around 500 meters, lies the
beautiful Arabian sea beach on the west; major industries like MRPL, BASF, HPCL on the
East; historical Baggundi Lake on the South and the renowned National Institute of
Technology Karnataka on the North. N.H. 66 and Konkan Railway Line pass through this
Ward. People belonging to all religions live here in harmony with each other. Naturally it
has grown as a vibrant residential locality accommodating around, 3000+ houses with a
population of around 16,000.

Religious Significance

People belonging to Hindu, Christian and Islam religion live in harmony here. Ancient
Iddya Shri Mahalingeshwara Temple and Kulai Sri Vishnumoorthy Temple are in close
proximity. A new ISKCON Temple has come up in the picturesque Hosabettu hill. There
are Daivasthanas and Bhajana Mandiras. The St. Holy Family Church is more than a
century old. Besides, there are 3 Mosques for prayer.

Industrial and Commercial Significance

Hosabettu ward is purely a residential area and is deprived of any major industries. The
major industries in its vicinity are MRPL, BASF, HPCL. there in the However a number of
cottage industries like Pottery and small industries like Fabrication works thrive here. There
are many commercial bank branches; Sahakari Sauharda Banks;, Co-operative Societies
and a number of marble, granite and Accessories units to cater to the requirements of
people.

Educational Significance

Hosabettu is a hub of educational institutions, comprising Anganwadis, Hr. Pry. Schools,
High Schools, Pre-University Colleges, Degree College and one P.G. Centre. Century old
Hindu Vidyadayinee Sangha runs a number of institutions offering courses from K.G. to
P.G. as well as vocational training in agriculture and rural development. Even the Sacred
Heart School is more than a century old. The renowned National Institute of Technology
Karnataka is in close proximity to Hosabettu Ward. The list of educational institutions in
this ward is as follows: Govinda Dasa First Grade College & P.G. Centre

1. Govinda Dasa PU College
2. Vidyadayinee High School
3. Vidyadayinee Hr. Pry. School
4. Vidyadayinee English Medium School (CBSC)
5. Vidyadayinee Institute of Rural Development & Agricultural Training
6. Sacred Heart Hr. Pry. School
7. Sacred Heart English Medium School
8. Mahalingeswara primary school.

Sports and Cultural Significance:

People of Hosabettu ward are the great patrons of cultural activities like Yakshagana folk
art, classical and folk dances and bhajans. These art forms are performed throughout the
year. Hosabettu was once known for its traditional bullock race called Kambala.

SMART & Digital Bus Stop.

Hosabettu is a part of Smart City Mangalore. It is considered to have the first Smart Bus
Stand of the Smart City located near Govinda Dasa College. It is equipped with Wi fi
facility, fans, SOS CC camera, etc.