Viral - Supa, Uttara Kannada
Viral is a village situated in the Supa taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joida and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Bazaar Kulang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Viral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viral is 602662. The village covers a total geographical area of 550.4 hectares and falls under the 581121 pincode. Dandeli is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Viral 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 Viral
According to the 2011 Census, Viral village had a total population of 92 people, including 42 males and 50 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.50%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 58.14%.
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 | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 9 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Viral
Viral 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-West | 2.61 km |
| Bazar Kunang | West | 4.04 km |
| Bandoda | North-West | 4.78 km |
| Ghavane | North | 5.68 km |
| Aveda Poppal Wadi | North-West | 7.43 km |
| Iliye Dabe | North | 8.44 km |
| Kasarle | North-East | 8.65 km |
| Kuveshi | North-West | 8.90 km |
| Varande | North-East | 9.13 km |
| Kamra | North | 9.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Viral
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Viral. The nearest railway station is Dudh Sagar Water Falls, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.4 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 Viral is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Viral is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Viral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viral 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Viral
Where is Viral located?
Viral village is located in Supa Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viral?
The Gram Panchayat of Viral is Bazaar Kulang.
What is the pincode of Viral?
The pincode of Viral is 581121.
What is the population of Viral?
Viral had a total population of 92, including 42 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Viral?
Viral had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Viral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viral was 72.50%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 58.14%.