Nittade - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Nittade is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Kukkedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nittade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nittade is 617629. The village covers a total geographical area of 978.64 hectares and falls under the 574242 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Nittade 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 Nittade
As per Census 2011, Nittade village has a total population of 2,116 people, consisting of 1,035 males and 1,081 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,566 literate and 550 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nittade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,116 | 1,035 | 1,081 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 109 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 187 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,566 | 821 | 745 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 214 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Nittade
Nittade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nalkuru | East | 2.78 km |
| Moodukodi | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Andinje | North | 3.29 km |
| Kukkedi | South | 3.53 km |
| Venooru | West | 3.55 km |
| Gardadi | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Bajire | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Karimanelu | West | 4.98 km |
| Kudyadi | North-East | 5.28 km |
| Pilya | North-East | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nittade
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nittade. The nearest railway station is Bantawala, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.1 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 Nittade is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Nittade is about 65 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 Nittade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nittade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nittade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nittade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nittade
Where is Nittade located?
Nittade village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nittade?
The Gram Panchayat of Nittade is Kukkedi.
What is the pincode of Nittade?
The pincode of Nittade is 574242.
What is the population of Nittade?
Nittade has a total population of 2,116, including 1,035 males and 1,081 females.
How many households are there in Nittade?
There are 478 households in Nittade.
What is the literacy rate in Nittade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nittade is 74.01%. Male literacy is 79.32% and female literacy is 68.92%.