Nalkuru - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Nalkuru is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Balanja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nalkuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalkuru is 617632. The village covers a total geographical area of 915.55 hectares and falls under the 574217 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nalkuru 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 Nalkuru
As per Census 2011, Nalkuru village has a total population of 1,344 people, consisting of 688 males and 656 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,007 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nalkuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,344 | 688 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,007 | 540 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 148 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Nalkuru
Nalkuru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nittade | West | 2.78 km |
| Balenja | East | 3.15 km |
| Gardadi | South | 3.23 km |
| Badagakaranduru | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Pilya | North | 3.44 km |
| Thenkakaranduru | East | 3.91 km |
| Kudyadi | North | 3.97 km |
| Andinje | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Padangady | South-East | 4.85 km |
| Kukkedi | South-West | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nalkuru
Nalkuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bantawala, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Nalkuru is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Nalkuru is about 68 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 Nalkuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalkuru 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Nalkuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalkuru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nalkuru
Where is Nalkuru located?
Nalkuru village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalkuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Nalkuru is Balanja.
What is the pincode of Nalkuru?
The pincode of Nalkuru is 574217.
What is the population of Nalkuru?
Nalkuru has a total population of 1,344, including 688 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Nalkuru?
There are 305 households in Nalkuru.
What is the literacy rate in Nalkuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalkuru is 74.93%. Male literacy is 78.49% and female literacy is 71.19%.