Kudrige - Honavar, Uttara Kannada
Kudrige is a village situated in the Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnavar and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Kudrigi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kudrige village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kudrige is 603812. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.65 hectares and falls under the 581384 pincode. Honavar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kudrige 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 Kudrige
As per Census 2011, Kudrige village has a total population of 2,987 people, consisting of 1,427 males and 1,560 females. The village has 672 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,197 literate and 790 illiterate residents. Additionally, 374 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kudrige are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,987 | 1,427 | 1,560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 185 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 179 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 2,197 | 1,083 | 1,114 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 344 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Kudrige
Kudrige 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Upponi | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Shirkur | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Saralagi | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Birangod | West | 4.00 km |
| Herangadi | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Magod | South | 4.74 km |
| Kodani | West | 5.19 km |
| Hulegar | North-East | 5.58 km |
| Khandodi | South-East | 5.65 km |
| Adkar | West | 5.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kudrige
Kudrige is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manki, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.9 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 Honavar to Kudrige is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Kudrige is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kudrige
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kudrige village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kudrige
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kudrige village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kudrige
Where is Kudrige located?
Kudrige village is located in Honavar Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kudrige?
The Gram Panchayat of Kudrige is Kudrigi.
What is the pincode of Kudrige?
The pincode of Kudrige is 581384.
What is the population of Kudrige?
Kudrige has a total population of 2,987, including 1,427 males and 1,560 females.
How many households are there in Kudrige?
There are 672 households in Kudrige.
What is the literacy rate in Kudrige?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kudrige is 73.55%. Male literacy is 75.89% and female literacy is 71.41%.