Karambaru - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Karambaru is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Shirlalu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karambaru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karambaru is 617626. The village covers a total geographical area of 677.7 hectares and falls under the 574217 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Karambaru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthangady Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karambaru
As per Census 2011, Karambaru village has a total population of 1,940 people, consisting of 957 males and 983 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,436 literate and 504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 412 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karambaru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,940 | 957 | 983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 95 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 412 | 194 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,436 | 754 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 203 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Karambaru
Karambaru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thenkakaranduru | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Badagakaranduru | West | 3.15 km |
| Balenja | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Melanthabettu | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Savanalu | North-East | 4.73 km |
| Pilya | West | 4.99 km |
| Shirlalu | North | 5.44 km |
| Nalkuru | West | 5.65 km |
| Padangady | South-West | 5.73 km |
| Navara | North-West | 5.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karambaru
Karambaru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Neralakatte Halt, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beltangady to Karambaru is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Karambaru is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karambaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karambaru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karambaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karambaru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karambaru
Where is Karambaru located?
Karambaru village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karambaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Karambaru is Shirlalu.
What is the pincode of Karambaru?
The pincode of Karambaru is 574217.
What is the population of Karambaru?
Karambaru has a total population of 1,940, including 957 males and 983 females.
How many households are there in Karambaru?
There are 403 households in Karambaru.
What is the literacy rate in Karambaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karambaru is 74.02%. Male literacy is 78.79% and female literacy is 69.38%.