Kodiyala - Sulya, Dakshina Kannada
Kodiyala is a village situated in the Sulya taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sulya and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Kodiyala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodiyala is 617754. The village covers a total geographical area of 1101.67 hectares and falls under the 574212 pincode. Sulya is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kodiyala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kodiyala
As per Census 2011, Kodiyala village has a total population of 2,314 people, consisting of 1,110 males and 1,204 females. The village has 497 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,712 literate and 602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 489 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kodiyala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,314 | 1,110 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 107 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 489 | 225 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,712 | 893 | 819 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 217 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Kodiyala
Kodiyala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hunasanahalli | North | 1.59 km |
| Peehalli | East | 1.66 km |
| Mollenahalli | West | 1.71 km |
| Doddaharohalli | South | 1.81 km |
| Tadagavadi | South-West | 1.90 km |
| A.hullukere | North | 2.23 km |
| Chottahalli | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Dammanahalli | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Chikkaharohalli | South | 2.96 km |
| Kothathi | North-East | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kodiyala
Kodiyala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Yeliyur, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sulya to Kodiyala is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Kodiyala is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kodiyala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodiyala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kodiyala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodiyala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kodiyala
Where is Kodiyala located?
Kodiyala village is located in Sulya Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kodiyala?
Kodiyala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kodiyala?
The pincode of Kodiyala is 574212.
What is the population of Kodiyala?
Kodiyala has a total population of 2,314, including 1,110 males and 1,204 females.
How many households are there in Kodiyala?
There are 497 households in Kodiyala.
What is the literacy rate in Kodiyala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kodiyala is 73.98%. Male literacy is 80.45% and female literacy is 68.02%.