Navara - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Navara is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Sulkeri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navara is 617623. The village covers a total geographical area of 553.15 hectares and falls under the 574109 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Navara 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 Navara
As per Census 2011, Navara village has a total population of 912 people, consisting of 447 males and 465 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 655 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 912 | 447 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 348 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 99 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Navara
Navara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sulkeri | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Pilya | South | 2.66 km |
| Kudyadi | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Sulkerimogru | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Kokradi | West | 3.48 km |
| Badagakaranduru | South | 3.59 km |
| Shirlalu | East | 3.89 km |
| Kuthluru | North | 4.62 km |
| Thenkakaranduru | South-East | 5.55 km |
| Savya | West | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Navara
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Navara. The nearest railway station is Bantawala, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Navara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Navara is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navara 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 Navara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navara
Where is Navara located?
Navara village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navara?
The Gram Panchayat of Navara is Sulkeri.
What is the pincode of Navara?
The pincode of Navara is 574109.
What is the population of Navara?
Navara has a total population of 912, including 447 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Navara?
There are 193 households in Navara.
What is the literacy rate in Navara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navara is 71.82%. Male literacy is 77.85% and female literacy is 66.02%.