Nidle - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Nidle is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Nidle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nidle is 617679. The village covers a total geographical area of 2366.08 hectares and falls under the 574216 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Nidle 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 Nidle
As per Census 2011, Nidle village has a total population of 3,025 people, consisting of 1,523 males and 1,502 females. The village has 667 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,270 literate and 755 illiterate residents. Additionally, 436 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 308 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nidle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,025 | 1,523 | 1,502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 159 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 220 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 154 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 2,270 | 1,228 | 1,042 |
| Illiterate Population | 755 | 295 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Nidle
Nidle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patrame | West | 4.16 km |
| Kokkada | South-West | 5.21 km |
| Kalanja | East | 5.59 km |
| Hathyadka | South-East | 6.19 km |
| Dharmasthala | North-West | 6.42 km |
| Kowkradi | South | 6.53 km |
| Belalu | West | 8.13 km |
| Konalu | South-West | 8.29 km |
| Puduvettu | North-East | 8.38 km |
| G0lithattu | South-West | 8.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nidle
Nidle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kaniuru Halt, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beltangady to Nidle is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Nidle is about 77 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 Nidle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nidle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nidle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nidle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nidle
Where is Nidle located?
Nidle village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nidle?
Nidle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nidle?
The pincode of Nidle is 574216.
What is the population of Nidle?
Nidle has a total population of 3,025, including 1,523 males and 1,502 females.
How many households are there in Nidle?
There are 667 households in Nidle.
What is the literacy rate in Nidle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nidle is 75.04%. Male literacy is 80.63% and female literacy is 69.37%.