Nilkund - Siddapur, Uttara Kannada
Nilkund is a village situated in the Siddapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Siddapur and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Nilkund village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilkund is 603532. The village covers a total geographical area of 636.2 hectares and falls under the 581331 pincode. Sirsi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Nilkund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nilkund
As per Census 2011, Nilkund village has a total population of 247 people, consisting of 127 males and 120 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 179 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nilkund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 247 | 127 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 96 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 31 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Nilkund
Nilkund 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Handiyane Math | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Nandyane | East | 2.65 km |
| Hutgar (nilkund) | South | 2.68 km |
| Mulgunda | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Morse | West | 3.01 km |
| Tandagundi | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Hukli (nilkund) | South | 3.83 km |
| Halehalla | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Heggarani | East | 4.21 km |
| Hallibail | North-West | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nilkund
Public transport in the Nilkund is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kumta, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sirsi to Nilkund is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Nilkund is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nilkund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nilkund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nilkund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nilkund 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nilkund
Where is Nilkund located?
Nilkund village is located in Siddapur Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilkund?
Nilkund is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nilkund?
The pincode of Nilkund is 581331.
What is the population of Nilkund?
Nilkund has a total population of 247, including 127 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Nilkund?
There are 63 households in Nilkund.
What is the literacy rate in Nilkund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nilkund is 72.47%. Male literacy is 75.59% and female literacy is 69.17%.