Kalleshwar - Ankola, Uttara Kannada
Kalleshwar is a village situated in the Ankola taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ankola and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Dongri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalleshwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalleshwar is 603356. The village covers a total geographical area of 1309.6 hectares and falls under the 581314 pincode. Yellapur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kalleshwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalleshwar
As per Census 2011, Kalleshwar village has a total population of 749 people, consisting of 382 males and 367 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 603 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalleshwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 749 | 382 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 57 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 603 | 320 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 62 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Kalleshwar
Kalleshwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Heggara | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Halvalli | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Chikkumane | North | 4.35 km |
| Muski | South-East | 4.61 km |
| Kakkalli | South-East | 5.34 km |
| Kodlagadde | North-West | 5.95 km |
| Dhoranagiri | East | 6.42 km |
| Gullapur | North | 6.62 km |
| Kanamuski | South-East | 7.44 km |
| Shirgani | South | 7.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalleshwar
Kalleshwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ankola, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yellapur to Kalleshwar is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Kalleshwar 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 Kalleshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalleshwar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalleshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalleshwar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalleshwar
Where is Kalleshwar located?
Kalleshwar village is located in Ankola Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalleshwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalleshwar is Dongri.
What is the pincode of Kalleshwar?
The pincode of Kalleshwar is 581314.
What is the population of Kalleshwar?
Kalleshwar has a total population of 749, including 382 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Kalleshwar?
There are 188 households in Kalleshwar.
What is the literacy rate in Kalleshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalleshwar is 80.51%. Male literacy is 83.77% and female literacy is 77.11%.