Koodla - Honavar, Uttara Kannada
Koodla is a village situated in the Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnavar and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Kharwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koodla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koodla is 603797. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.12 hectares and falls under the 581335 pincode. Honavar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Koodla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatkal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koodla
According to the 2011 Census, Koodla village had a total population of 281 people, including 150 males and 131 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.98%, with male literacy at 93.62% and female literacy at 77.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 281 | 150 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 132 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 18 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Koodla
Koodla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padukuli | South-East | 0.90 km |
| Hosad | West | 0.93 km |
| Berolli | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Kharwa | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Hadinbal | North | 2.54 km |
| Nagre | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Kelgin-idgunji | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Nirwattikodla | North | 3.08 km |
| Jalwal Karki | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Malkod | South-West | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koodla
Public transport in the Koodla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Honnavar, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Honavar to Koodla is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Koodla is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koodla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koodla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koodla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koodla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Koodla
Where is Koodla located?
Koodla village is located in Honavar Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koodla?
The Gram Panchayat of Koodla is Kharwa.
What is the pincode of Koodla?
The pincode of Koodla is 581335.
What is the population of Koodla?
Koodla had a total population of 281, including 150 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Koodla?
Koodla had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koodla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koodla was 85.98%. Male literacy was 93.62% and female literacy was 77.69%.