Kuntgani - Ankola, Uttara Kannada
Kuntgani is a village situated in the Ankola taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ankola and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Achve serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuntgani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuntgani is 603399. The village covers a total geographical area of 2356.82 hectares and falls under the 581344 pincode. Ankola is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Kuntgani 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 Kuntgani
As per Census 2011, Kuntgani village has a total population of 1,030 people, consisting of 532 males and 498 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 734 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuntgani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,030 | 532 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 734 | 415 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 117 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Kuntgani
Kuntgani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manigadde | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Hebbul | North-West | 5.65 km |
| Hillur | West | 6.19 km |
| Achave | South | 6.33 km |
| Mundganmane | East | 6.74 km |
| Devanmane | South-East | 6.90 km |
| Dongri | North | 6.97 km |
| Kammani | North-East | 7.29 km |
| Kelginkeri | East | 7.29 km |
| Yana | South | 9.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuntgani
Kuntgani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gokarna Road, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ankola to Kuntgani is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Kuntgani is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuntgani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuntgani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuntgani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuntgani 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 Kuntgani
Where is Kuntgani located?
Kuntgani village is located in Ankola Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuntgani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuntgani is Achve.
What is the pincode of Kuntgani?
The pincode of Kuntgani is 581344.
What is the population of Kuntgani?
Kuntgani has a total population of 1,030, including 532 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Kuntgani?
There are 247 households in Kuntgani.
What is the literacy rate in Kuntgani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuntgani is 71.26%. Male literacy is 78.01% and female literacy is 64.06%.