Kavalalli - Ankola, Uttara Kannada
Kavalalli is a village situated in the Ankola taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ankola and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Sunkasal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kavalalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kavalalli is 603348. The village covers a total geographical area of 4178.94 hectares and falls under the 581314 pincode. Ankola is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kavalalli 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 Kavalalli
As per Census 2011, Kavalalli village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 149 males and 138 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kavalalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 149 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 211 | 116 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 33 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Kavalalli
Kavalalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Heggar Makkigadde | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Hebbul | East | 5.10 km |
| Marugadde | North-West | 5.81 km |
| Kattinhakkal | North-East | 6.36 km |
| Marahalli | North | 6.63 km |
| Hillur | South | 7.22 km |
| Agsur | South-West | 7.59 km |
| Kanchinmale | West | 7.75 km |
| Sunksal | North-East | 8.24 km |
| Shirgunji | South-West | 9.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kavalalli
Public transport in the Kavalalli 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 75.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ankola to Kavalalli is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Kavalalli is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kavalalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kavalalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kavalalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kavalalli 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 Kavalalli
Where is Kavalalli located?
Kavalalli village is located in Ankola Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kavalalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kavalalli is Sunkasal.
What is the pincode of Kavalalli?
The pincode of Kavalalli is 581314.
What is the population of Kavalalli?
Kavalalli has a total population of 287, including 149 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Kavalalli?
There are 65 households in Kavalalli.
What is the literacy rate in Kavalalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kavalalli is 73.52%. Male literacy is 77.85% and female literacy is 68.84%.