Bazar Kunang - Supa, Uttara Kannada
Bazar Kunang is a village situated in the Supa taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joida and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Bazaar Kulang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bazar Kunang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bazar Kunang is 602663. The village covers a total geographical area of 2089.93 hectares and falls under the 581121 pincode. Dandeli is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Bazar Kunang 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 Bazar Kunang
As per Census 2011, Bazar Kunang village has a total population of 138 people, consisting of 65 males and 73 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,123 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bazar Kunang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 138 | 65 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 8 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 41 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 24 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Bazar Kunang
Bazar Kunang 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pisose | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Viral | East | 4.04 km |
| Bandoda | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Kuveshi | North-West | 5.43 km |
| Aveda Poppal Wadi | North | 5.90 km |
| Ghavane | North-East | 6.53 km |
| Asulli | South-West | 6.74 km |
| Iliye Dabe | North | 8.23 km |
| Ivoli | North | 8.59 km |
| Kamra | North-East | 10.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bazar Kunang
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bazar Kunang. The nearest railway station is Dudh Sagar Water Falls, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dandeli to Bazar Kunang is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Bazar Kunang 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 Bazar Kunang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bazar Kunang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bazar Kunang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bazar Kunang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bazar Kunang
Where is Bazar Kunang located?
Bazar Kunang village is located in Supa Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bazar Kunang?
The Gram Panchayat of Bazar Kunang is Bazaar Kulang.
What is the pincode of Bazar Kunang?
The pincode of Bazar Kunang is 581121.
What is the population of Bazar Kunang?
Bazar Kunang has a total population of 138, including 65 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Bazar Kunang?
There are 43 households in Bazar Kunang.
What is the literacy rate in Bazar Kunang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bazar Kunang is 50.00%. Male literacy is 63.08% and female literacy is 38.36%.