Karaya - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Karaya is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Thannirupantha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaya is 617668. The village covers a total geographical area of 954.41 hectares and falls under the 574326 pincode. Puttur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Karaya 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 Karaya
As per Census 2011, Karaya village has a total population of 3,948 people, consisting of 2,013 males and 1,935 females. The village has 746 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 469 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,945 literate and 1,003 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 196 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,948 | 2,013 | 1,935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 259 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 175 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 105 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 2,945 | 1,585 | 1,360 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,003 | 428 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Karaya
Karaya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barya | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Urvalu | East | 2.86 km |
| Thannirpantha | North | 3.41 km |
| Ilanthila | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Puthila | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Nekkiladi | South | 4.82 km |
| Biliyur | South-West | 5.33 km |
| Uppinangady (ct) | South-East | 5.46 km |
| Kaniyooru | North-East | 5.63 km |
| Thekkaru | West | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karaya
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karaya. The nearest railway station is Kabakaputtur, 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puttur to Karaya is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Karaya is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karaya
Where is Karaya located?
Karaya village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaya is Thannirupantha.
What is the pincode of Karaya?
The pincode of Karaya is 574326.
What is the population of Karaya?
Karaya has a total population of 3,948, including 2,013 males and 1,935 females.
How many households are there in Karaya?
There are 746 households in Karaya.
What is the literacy rate in Karaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaya is 74.59%. Male literacy is 78.74% and female literacy is 70.28%.