Nidpalli - Puttur, Dakshina Kannada
Nidpalli is a village situated in the Puttur taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puttur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Nidpalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nidpalli is 617748. The village covers a total geographical area of 1129.45 hectares and falls under the 574259 pincode. Puttur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Nidpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Puttur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nidpalli
As per Census 2011, Nidpalli village has a total population of 3,257 people, consisting of 1,603 males and 1,654 females. The village has 684 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,415 literate and 842 illiterate residents. Additionally, 535 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 613 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nidpalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,257 | 1,603 | 1,654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 143 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 535 | 275 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 613 | 315 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 2,415 | 1,267 | 1,148 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 336 | 506 |
Nearby Villages of Nidpalli
Nidpalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bettampady | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Badagannur | East | 2.79 km |
| Irde | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Paduvannur | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Panaje | West | 4.75 km |
| Olamogru | North-East | 5.15 km |
| Nettanige | South-West | 6.07 km |
| Ariyadka | North-East | 6.08 km |
| Nettanigemudnoor | South-East | 6.99 km |
| Madnooru | East | 7.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nidpalli
Nidpalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kabakaputtur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Puttur to Nidpalli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Nidpalli 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 Nidpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nidpalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nidpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nidpalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nidpalli
Where is Nidpalli located?
Nidpalli village is located in Puttur Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nidpalli?
Nidpalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nidpalli?
The pincode of Nidpalli is 574259.
What is the population of Nidpalli?
Nidpalli has a total population of 3,257, including 1,603 males and 1,654 females.
How many households are there in Nidpalli?
There are 684 households in Nidpalli.
What is the literacy rate in Nidpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nidpalli is 74.15%. Male literacy is 79.04% and female literacy is 69.41%.