Pilya - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Pilya 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 75 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Aladangadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pilya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pilya is 617628. The village covers a total geographical area of 356.9 hectares and falls under the 574217 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Pilya 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 Pilya
As per Census 2011, Pilya village has a total population of 1,276 people, consisting of 644 males and 632 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 973 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pilya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,276 | 644 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 62 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 131 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 973 | 523 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 121 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Pilya
Pilya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kudyadi | North-West | 1.30 km |
| Badagakaranduru | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Navara | North | 2.66 km |
| Kokradi | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Nalkuru | South | 3.44 km |
| Sulkeri | North | 3.61 km |
| Thenkakaranduru | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Andinje | West | 4.02 km |
| Balenja | South-East | 4.58 km |
| Karambaru | East | 4.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pilya
Pilya 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 26.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beltangady to Pilya is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Pilya is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pilya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pilya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pilya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pilya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pilya
Where is Pilya located?
Pilya village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pilya?
The Gram Panchayat of Pilya is Aladangadi.
What is the pincode of Pilya?
The pincode of Pilya is 574217.
What is the population of Pilya?
Pilya has a total population of 1,276, including 644 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Pilya?
There are 283 households in Pilya.
What is the literacy rate in Pilya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pilya is 76.25%. Male literacy is 81.21% and female literacy is 71.20%.