Niddodi - Moodubidire, Dakshina Kannada

Niddodi is a village situated in the Moodubidire taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 35 km from Mangalore and around 35 km from Mangalore. Kallamundkur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niddodi village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Niddodi is 617453. The village covers a total geographical area of 912.02 hectares and falls under the 574274 pincode. Mudbidri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.

Niddodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Moodabidri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Niddodi

According to the 2011 Census, Niddodi village had a total population of 2,120 people, including 1,010 males and 1,110 females, living in 495 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.77%, with male literacy at 93.18% and female literacy at 82.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Niddodi

Niddodi 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Niddodi

Niddodi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mulki, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.3 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mudbidri to Niddodi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Niddodi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Niddodi

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niddodi village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Niddodi

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niddodi village are given below:

FAQs about Niddodi