Bapeli - Supa, Uttara Kannada
Bapeli is a village situated in the Supa taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joida and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Nagoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bapeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bapeli is 602698. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.93 hectares and falls under the 581186 pincode. Dandeli is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bapeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haliyal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bapeli
As per Census 2011, Bapeli village has a total population of 333 people, consisting of 164 males and 169 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 188 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bapeli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 164 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 102 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 62 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Bapeli
Bapeli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amarde | South | 2.04 km |
| Pradhani | East | 2.77 km |
| Chapakhand | South | 3.30 km |
| Sangave | South | 3.71 km |
| Chapoli (a) | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Gavegali | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Ambeli | North-West | 5.27 km |
| Samjoida | South-West | 5.33 km |
| Nagari | South | 5.52 km |
| Birampali | East | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bapeli
Bapeli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nagargali, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dandeli to Bapeli is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Bapeli is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bapeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bapeli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bapeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bapeli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bapeli
Where is Bapeli located?
Bapeli village is located in Supa Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bapeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bapeli is Nagoda.
What is the pincode of Bapeli?
The pincode of Bapeli is 581186.
What is the population of Bapeli?
Bapeli has a total population of 333, including 164 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Bapeli?
There are 70 households in Bapeli.
What is the literacy rate in Bapeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bapeli is 56.46%. Male literacy is 62.20% and female literacy is 50.89%.