Hodavad

Hodavad is a village located in the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India. It is situated in the northwestern part of the state, near the border with Maharashtra. The village is part of the Khanapur taluk.

The primary economic activity in Hodavad is agriculture. Farmers in the region cultivate various crops, with sugarcane and paddy being significant. The village benefits from the monsoon rains for its agricultural output.

Hodavad has basic amenities typical of a rural Indian village, including a primary school and a gram panchayat for local governance. The community is predominantly Hindu, with a mix of various castes and sub-castes.

The village's infrastructure includes roads connecting it to nearby towns and cities. The nearest major city is Belgaum, which serves as an administrative and commercial hub for the district. Transportation is primarily by road, with local buses being a common mode of public transport.

The culture of Hodavad reflects the broader rural traditions of Karnataka, with local festivals and community gatherings being important aspects of social life. The language spoken by the residents is primarily Kannada, with some Marathi also understood due to the proximity to Maharashtra.