Kokkada - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Kokkada is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Kokkada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kokkada is 617681. The village covers a total geographical area of 2308.15 hectares and falls under the 574198 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kokkada 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 Kokkada
As per Census 2011, Kokkada village has a total population of 5,127 people, consisting of 2,486 males and 2,641 females. The village has 1,109 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 542 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,807 literate and 1,320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 714 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kokkada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,127 | 2,486 | 2,641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 542 | 251 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 714 | 344 | 370 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 3,807 | 2,002 | 1,805 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,320 | 484 | 836 |
Nearby Villages of Kokkada
Kokkada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Konalu | South | 3.30 km |
| G0lithattu | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Patrame | North | 4.04 km |
| Nidle | North-East | 5.21 km |
| Kowkradi | East | 5.42 km |
| Alanthaya | South | 5.66 km |
| Nelyadi | South | 5.94 km |
| Bandaru | West | 6.79 km |
| Bajathuru | South-West | 7.84 km |
| Hathyadka | East | 8.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kokkada
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kokkada. The nearest railway station is Narimogaru, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 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 Beltangady to Kokkada is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Kokkada is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kokkada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kokkada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kokkada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kokkada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kokkada
Where is Kokkada located?
Kokkada village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kokkada?
Kokkada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kokkada?
The pincode of Kokkada is 574198.
What is the population of Kokkada?
Kokkada has a total population of 5,127, including 2,486 males and 2,641 females.
How many households are there in Kokkada?
There are 1,109 households in Kokkada.
What is the literacy rate in Kokkada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kokkada is 74.25%. Male literacy is 80.53% and female literacy is 68.35%.