Navooru - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Navooru is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Navooru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navooru is 617636. The village covers a total geographical area of 6077.53 hectares and falls under the 574214 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Navooru 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 Navooru
As per Census 2011, Navooru village has a total population of 3,163 people, consisting of 1,578 males and 1,585 females. The village has 607 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,282 literate and 881 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 197 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navooru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,163 | 1,578 | 1,585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 181 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 111 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 2,282 | 1,208 | 1,074 |
| Illiterate Population | 881 | 370 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Navooru
Navooru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Savanalu | West | 4.68 km |
| Indabettu | South-East | 5.88 km |
| Nada | South | 6.47 km |
| Shirlalu | West | 6.87 km |
| Kanyady | South-East | 7.21 km |
| Mithabagilu | East | 7.60 km |
| Kadirudyavara | East | 7.93 km |
| Malavanthige | North-East | 8.51 km |
| Karambaru | South-West | 8.92 km |
| Sulkerimogru | West | 9.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Navooru
Navooru 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 35.7 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 Navooru is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Navooru is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navooru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navooru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Navooru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navooru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navooru
Where is Navooru located?
Navooru village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navooru?
Navooru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navooru?
The pincode of Navooru is 574214.
What is the population of Navooru?
Navooru has a total population of 3,163, including 1,578 males and 1,585 females.
How many households are there in Navooru?
There are 607 households in Navooru.
What is the literacy rate in Navooru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navooru is 72.15%. Male literacy is 76.55% and female literacy is 67.76%.