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'''Kundapra''', officially '''Kundapura''', is a town in the [[Udupi district]] of [[Karnataka]] state in India. This town was known as '''Coondapoor''' when it was part of the erstwhile [[South Canara]] district (1862&ndash;1947) of the [[Madras Presidency]] of [[British India]]. Present-day Kundapur is administered by the Kundapur Town Municipal Council and serves as the headquarters of eponymous Kundapur taluk in Udupi district.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Kundapur town municipal council about |url=http://www.kundapurtown.mrc.gov.in/en/about-tmc}}</ref>
'''Kundapura''' ({{lang-kn|ಕುಂದಾಪುರ}}) is a town in [[Udupi district]] in the [[India]]n [[States and territories of India|state]] of [[Karnataka]]. It is the [[headquarter]]s of the Kundapura taluk and is about {{convert|36|km|mi|abbr=on}} from [[Udupi]].

== History ==
== History ==
[[File:kodi beach.jpg|thumb|Kodi Beach at Kundapura]]
[[File:Kundapur estury.jpg|thumb|View from Kundapura Light House]]
[[File:Kudeshwar.jpg|thumb|Lake near Sri Kundeshwara Temple]]
[[File:anegudde.jpg|thumb|Anegudde Sri Vinayaka Temple, Kumbashi]]
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The name Kundapura can be traced to the Kundeshwara Temple built by Kundavarma of the [[Alupa dynasty]] who ruled the region in the 10th - 11th century, in the vicinity of the [[Panchagangavalli River]].<ref name="DH">{{cite news |last= V.R.|first= Kushal|date=7 October 2013|title=Where nature, beauty and history mingle|url=https://www.deccanherald.com/content/361696/where-nature-beauty-history-mingle.html|newspaper=Deccan Herald| access-date= 20 October 2022}}</ref> In Kundagannada language, the word "Kunda" also refers to the flower Jasmine. Where the Majority people of Kundapura grow flower Jasmine in this region which came to be called as kundapura (Land of Jasmine). <ref name=":0" />
The name Kundapura can be traced to the Kundeshvara temple built by Kundavarma in the vicinity of the [[Panchagangavalli river]] The name of the town may be derived from Kundavarma who ruled the area. ''Kunda'' means 'pillar' in [[Kannada]],<ref>{{cite book|last=Kittel|first=Ferdinand |authorlink=Ferdinand Kittel|title=A Kannada-English dictionary|year=1999|publisher=Asian Educational Services|page=441|url=http://books.google.com/books?id=HBUsaxC61mkC&pg=RA3-PA441#v=onepage&q=&f=false|isbn=8120600495}}</ref> which refers to the traditional method of constructing houses. Pura means town. Kundapura is surrounded by water from three sides. To the north lies the Panchagangavali river. To the east lies the Kalaghar river. To the west lie the Kodi back waters and the [[Arabian Sea]], leaving the south side as the main connecting land mass. All connecting roads to Kundapura enter the city from southern direction. Northside of the town is vast backwaters of Panchagangavali river and it can be crossed by boat only.
<!--History of Kundapur is linked to Basruru, the port town {{convert|6|km|mi|abbr=on}} away. Basuru was a trading centre which had sea route contacts with the Middle East. Merchant ships from Muscat and other places used to come here during 14&ndash;16th century to collect pepper, good quality rice. Bigger ships used to travel up to Basruru, in those days, and now the river has filled up with silt. Basrur was a well-planned town with major amenities available in those days. Several streets named after weavers, business, music etc. are still available in Basruru, which is reduced to a small village during the 20th century. It was the principal port of the Rajas of Baindoor who came to prominence after the decline of the [[Vijayanagara]] power. The Portuguese and German missionaries settled here in the 16th century and built a [[fort]]. Later Kundapur, which is nearer to shore also started drawing attention. A well-built redoubt constructed by [[Hyder Ali]] commands the entrance to the river. After the fall of [[Tipu Sultan]] in 1799, the town was taken over by the British. During British Raj, people of Kundapur also participated in the call for independence given by Gandhiji and other leaders.-->

== Geography ==
<!--History of Kundapura is linked to Basrur, the port town {{convert|6|km|mi|abbr=on}} away. Basur was a trading centre which had sea route contacts with the Middle east. Merchant ships from Muscat and other places used to come here during 14&ndash;16th century to collect pepper, good quality rice. Bigger ships used to travel up to Basrur, in those days, and now the river has filled up with silt. Basrur was a well planned town with major amneties available in those days. Several streets named after weavers, business, music etc. are still available in Basrur, which is reduced to a small village during 20th Century. It was the principal [[port]] of the Rajas of Baindoor who came to prominence after the decline of the [[Vijayanagara]] power. The [[Portugal|Portuguese]] and German Missionaries settled here in the 16th century and built a [[fort]]. Later Kundapura, which is nearer to shore also started drawing attention. A well-built redoubt constructed by [[Hyder Ali]] commands the entrance to the river. After the fall of [[Tipu Sultan]] in 1799, the town was taken over by the [[United Kingdom|British]]. During British Raj, people of Kundapura also participated in call for independence given by Gandhiji and other leaders.-->
Kundapura town is surrounded by water from three sides. To the north lies the [[Panchagangavalli River]]. To the east lies the Kalaghar river. To the west lie the [[Kodi, India|Kodi]] [[Backwater (river)|backwaters]] sea walk and the [[Arabian Sea]], leaving the south side as the main connecting land mass. All connecting roads to Kundapura enter the city from the southern direction. North side of the town is vast backwaters of Panchagangavali river and a bridge has been constructed across it.

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== Access ==
Kundapur Taluk is bounded on the west by the Arabian Sea, on the south by [[Brahmavara]] Taluk, on the north by [[Byndoor Taluk]], and the east by the [[Western Ghats]].
Kundapura is well connected to other parts of the country by [[National Highway -17]]. Kundapura is also connected by the [[Konkan Railway]], which runs from Mumbai to Mangalore. Kundapura railway station is about {{convert|4|km|mi}} from the town. The nearest airport is [[Mangalore International Airport]], situated at [[Bajpe]] around {{convert|100|km|mi}} from Kundapura. While a national highway connects this town to Karwar, Mangalore, Udupi etc., a state highway also connects Kundapura to Shimoga and further onwards to Bangalore. One can alight at Kundapura railway station to travel {{convert|40|km|mi}} to the Shri Mookambika Devi temple at [[Kollur]].
===Rivers===

Kundapur taluk has several rivers and experiences heavy rainfall. The main rivers are the<ref name=river/> Chakra, Souparnika, Varahi, Kubja, and Kheta.
From kundapura to sagar is 150 km
In fact, there are seven rivers or rivulets between Kundapur and Byndoor, a short distance of 36&nbsp;km. They are Halady River, Kollur River, Chakra River, Rajadi, Nujadi, Yadamavina Hole and Uppunda Hole.<ref name="river">River Disputes in India: Kerala Rivers Under Siege By S. N. Sadasivan, Mittal Publications.(2003) Page:80.{{ISBN|8170999138}}, 9788170999133 [https://books.google.com/books?id=hhrRboi5kOcC&dq=Halady+kundapur&pg=PA80]</ref>
to udupi is 36 km
to shimoga is 140km

== Demographics ==
== Demographics ==
{{As of|2011|alt=As of the 2011}} India [[census]],<ref name="censusindia">{{cite web |title=Population Finder 2011 |url=https://censusindia.gov.in/census.website/data/population-finder |accessdate=2022-10-19 |publisher=Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India}}</ref>
{{As of|2001}} India [[census]],<ref>{{GR|India}}</ref>
* Kundapura had a population of 28,595.
* Kundapur Town has a population of 30,444.
* Kundapur Taluk has a population of 398,471
* Males constitute 49% of the population and females 51%.
* Males constitute 49% of the population and females 51%.
* Literacy rate of 92%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 94%, and female literacy is 88%.
* Literate population was 25,191, with a [[Literacy|Literacy rate]] of 82%, higher than the national average of 59.5%.
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* 9% of the population is under 6 years of age.
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== Transport ==
[[Image:CDP Lake.JPG|thumb|River behind Kundapur bus stop]].
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Kundapur is connected to other parts of the country by [[National Highway 66 (India)|NH66]]. SH52 is a [[State highway|State Highway]] that connects to Shimoga District. This Highway connects cities and towns of different states. Kundapur is also connected to the [[Konkan Railway]], which runs from [[Mumbai]] to [[Mangaluru]]. The railway station is about {{convert|4|km|mi}} from the town. The nearest airport is [[Mangaluru International Airport]], at [[Bajpe]] around {{convert|87|km|mi}} from Kundapur.


[[Kundapura railway station]], along the [[Konkan Railway]], is used by [[Kerala]] pilgrims who visit [[Mookambika Temple, Kollur|Kolluru Mookambika Temple]]
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Kundapur is located at a distance of {{cvt|38|km}} from [[Udupi]], {{cvt|40|km}} from [[Manipal]], {{cvt|30|km}} from [[Byndoor]], {{cvt|54|km}} [[Bhatkal]], {{cvt|91|km}} from [[Mangaluru]] and {{cvt|181|km}} from [[Karwar]], which are the other major cities/towns in Coastal Karnataka.
==Languages and culture ==
The town mainly consists of [[Kannadiga]]s who speak Kundagannada, [[Konkani people|Konkani]]s and [[Tuluva]]s. The [[Goud Saraswat Brahmin]]s who fled [[Goa]] during the Portuguese arrival in the 16th century arrived by Boat in [[Basrur]] and some settled in Kundapura and surrounding villages. These people and Kudubi tribe speak Konkani Language. Otherwise, a dialect of Kannada called Kundaganna or [[Kundapura Kannada]]is predominently spoken in Kundapura town and Kundapura Taluk .But [[Tulu language|Tulu]] is also spoken here and there( by less than 5% of the population ), mainly by those who have migrated from Udupi/Mangalore.


There are private local buses and some out of town is serviced by government owned buses. Buses can be found for Udupi and Mangaluru, and there are multiple bus stands. The main bus stand where the buses to Udupi and Mangaluru are available is called "New bus stand", is near the police station. Another frequently used mode of transportation is auto rikshaw.
== Places of interest in Kundapura taluk ==

* '''Kundeswara temple''' Kundapur gets its name from the this temple built by Kundavarma.
== Notable people ==
* '''Sri Vinayaka''' (Ganesh) Temple at [[Anegudde]], between [[Kota, Karnataka|Kota]], [[Udupi]] and [[Koteshwar]] towns. The temple is located {{convert|5|km|mi}} from Kundapura. Among the several temples in Kumbhashi Anegudde, Sri Vinayaka Temple is the oldest, and it is also the most popular in this region. This Ganesh temple is on a small hillock, giving the name Anegudde, "Ane" meaning elephant and "Gudde" meaning a hillock.
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* '''Mekekattu Nadhikeshwara''' temple is an historical place. Located about {{convert|20|km|mi}} from Kundapura, it falls within the limits of Udupi Taluk, but is culturally connected to Kundapura. It is nearer to Barkuru in the Shiriyara village. Legend says it is a creation of sage [[Parashurama]] as applicable to all places of Coastal Karnataka. With the passage of time the area where the temple is situated has been called by different names. It attracts several visitors every year, particularly during annual festival, hasara, and sedi. Striking feature of Mekkekattu temple include a large collection of coloured, wooden idols, some of which measure up to 10 feet in height. Most of the wooden statues are in warrior dress, giving an impression that this entire row of wooden statues are made to remember an incidence of war that would have taken place here during 1600-1700 AD (no historic evidence for this war is found yet, but can be linked to Mogul / Bahamani Invasion). Some of the statues are like Muslim soldires, some like maratha soldiers. Some even hold a replica of an old gun or swords, posed as if ready for war. All wooden statues are given local mythological names. Yettinahatti, very near to Mekke kattu, is an interesting place where bulls are worshiped, and may have some historical links with Mekke Kattu. There is one more small place called Karuvina Hatti about {{convert|35|km|mi}} from Udupi via Brahmavara – Barkur,Shiriyara
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*'''Guddattu Vinayaka temple''' This particular temple, situated in the border area of Kundapur and Udupi taluks, has to been seen to be believed. Guddattu is a place of natural beauty. The History of Guddattu Sri Vinayaka Temple runs back for about 1700 years. The natural rock formation similar to Ganesh Idol is inside a small cave and the natural formation of cave is such that, around thousand Koda of water collects naturally and submerges the Ganesh Idol. It is said that the three foot idol of Lord Vinayaka was emerged by itself, attaching to a big rock. The black and grey stone structure of Lord Ganapathi is in a sitting position. His trunk is towards the right, eyes and legs clearly visible. The pooja of Ayarkoda is performed by devotees with much faith and devotion. The new rock Temple is constructed here, adjacent to a huge granite rock, which looks like a sleeping elephant. This temple is about {{convert|35|km|mi}} from Udupi via Brahmavara – Barkur, Shiriyara, about {{convert|15|km|mi}} from Kundapur via Koteshwara – Hunsemakhi -Guddeangady.
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*'''Padukone''' is a coastal village located approximately {{convert|17|km|mi}} north of the taluk center. Part of the village is surrounded by the [[Souparnika River]] and one has to cross this river in an old wooden boat from Maraswami. Padukone is a beautiful village surrounded by coconut trees, water, and kudru.
* [[Prakash Padukone]]
* '''[[Basrur]]''' - Many temples are located here on the southern banks of the [[Varahi River]]. Historically, Basrur is the main and center place of Kundapura Taluk. This area has many historical structures. Traders from foreign countries used to bring their boats and ships to Basrur, which is a natural harbour, and trade their goods for pepper and good quality rice. During 19th and 20th centuries, this place was famous for a singing and dancing lady community and such ladies devoted their lives to singing, entertainment and mainly attending the fancy and needs of rich gentlemen of the area.
* [[Deepika Padukone]]
* '''[[Uppinakudru]]''' - Uppinakudru, or salt island, is located {{convert|6|km|mi}} north of Kundapura which is a taluk headquarters in Udupi District.
* [[Guru Dutt]]
* '''Hoovinakere''' - It is the birthplace of the philosopher [[Vadirajatirtha|Vadiraja]], who preached [[Dvaita]] philosophy after [[Madhvacharya]].
* [[Ravi Basrur]]
* '''[[Koteshwara]]''' - The Koteshwara temple is an historical and religious centre. Here the lake adjacent to the temple is larger than the main temple. One of the many legends about this lake is that there is an underground tunnel to Vandaru Kambala Gadde which is at a distance of {{convert|20|km|mi}}. The Pattabhiramachandra temple, Mariyamma Temple, and the Kodandarama Temple are located in the same place.{{Citation needed|date=August 2009}}
* [[Siddharth Basrur]]
* '''Hattiangadi''' has another well-known temple of Lord Ganapathi, and many other ancient temples besides.
* [[K. Shivaram Karanth]]
* '''GOPADY'''-small village located between Koteshwara and Kumbhashi.Kantheshwara temple is the temple where one can see the"'''Udhbhava Linga'''".Gopady has a beautiful sea shore and a "Guest house" near sea where people from far off places come and stay.
* [[Kota Srinivas Poojary]]
'''Kirimanjeshwara''' - Located about {{convert|22|km|mi}} from Kundapur, it has the Kirimanjeshwara temple amidst beautiful surroundings. There is another old temple called the Agastyeshwara temple, named after Sage Agastya.
* [[Rishab Shetty]]
* '''[[Shankaranarayana]]''' - Located about {{convert|32|km|mi}} to the east of Kundapur, it is traditionally called Krodha Kshetra and is one of the seven places of pilgrimage in the region mentioned in the [[Skanda Purana]].
* [[Kashinath (actor)]]
* '''[[Trasi]]''' - Located about {{convert|12|km|mi}} to the North of Kundapur, Trasi has a beautiful {{convert|1|km|mi}} long beach with Turtle Bay and Beach Resort.
* [[Upendra (actor)|Upendra]]
[[Image:Saurpanika river Arabian Sea Kundapur.jpg|thumb|NH17 near Maravanthe]]
* [[Mogeri Gopalakrishna Adiga]]
* '''[[Maravanthe]'''] One of Karnataka's most beautiful beaches. It is about {{convert|55|km|mi}} from Udupi. [[National Highway 17 (India)|NH-17]] runs right next to the beach and the Suparnika River flows on the other side of the road, creating a spectacular scenery and considered only one of its kind in India. The river Souparnika, which almost touches Arabian Sea here, makes a U turn and goes eastward to join the Sea only after a journey of more than {{convert|10|km|mi}}, which is a geological wonder.
* [[Vaidehi (Kannada writer)|Vaidehi]]
* '''[[Kollur]]''' is one of the Shakti Pithas established by [[Shankaracharya]]. Souparnika river flows here in the midst of dense forest. [[Kodachadri]] hill, with a height of about {{convert|3800|ft|km}} at the backdrop, is a suitable trekking spot. Trekkers can start trekking from Nagodi village near Kollur and reach Kodachadri peak after about three hours. Thick forest, sholas, grass lands, and cool air are a specialty of this place. There is a moola stana of Kollur Goddess at Kodachadri. An iron pillar, said to be an ancient weapon used by Goddess Mookambika to kill the demon Kolasura, stands in front of a small temple near Travelers Bungalow. The antiquity of this iron pillar makes for an interesting sight. Sunset from Kodachadri Peak during winter is a rather spectacular sight. There is a traveller's bungalow, and other facilities are rudimentary. Those who want to stay overnight should be prepared for basic facilities at minimal.
* [[Sanchita Padukone]]
* Ottinene - This is a sunset point on the seashore, near Byndoor village on the national highway. The Kshitija Nature Resort, a beach and sunset point, are favorite spots with travelers here. Byndoor is a village near the sea.
* [[Satish Acharya]]
* '''Kodi Beach''' This is a nice beach located about {{convert|4|km|mi}} from Kundapur. The Kinara Restaurant is a nice place to spend the time, while enjoying the beauty of the Arabian Sea.
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*[[Bhandarkars college]] is a first grade university located in Kundapura. The college campus with adjacent cricket ground makes for a good sight.
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* '''Kannadakudru ''' It is a small island located in the middle of Gangolli, Uppinakudru, Hemmadi and Arate Bridge. Here, most of the people are farmers and grow only coconut & in rainy season paddy/Rice. This village is surrounded by salt water, which invades the river at high tide from the Arabean Sea. The landscape here is beautiful. Kudru means island; but how Kannad got joined to the name of the village is very interesting, and Kannada is the local language spoken.
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* '''[[Gangolli]]''', even though very near to Kundapura, one has to travel more than {{convert|15|km|mi}} to reach this place as Panchagangavali River separates this from Kundapura town. One can also take boat ride, which depends on high tide timings. This is a beautiful place located at bank of five rivers and Arabian Sea. Fishing is the main activity. Veereshwara Temple is one of the oldest temples of Gangolli.
* '''Rattadi''' This place is between Halady and Amasebail. Named after god `Ratteshwara`, this is a small village near western ghats. Thick forests surround this village.
* '''[[Maranakatte]]''' This is a place located at a distance of about {{convert|18|km|mi}} from Kundapura and known for its Temple of "Sri Bramhalingeshwara", which is located in the bank of river Souparnika. It has a mythological connection with the Kollur "mookambika" temple, this being the place where the Goddess of Kollur killed Mookasura, the Rakshasa. Adi Shankaracharya visited this place and stopped tantrik rituals, and established Sri Chakra, as recorded on a plaque available inside the temple. Maranakatte is a beautiful place, as it is surrounded by thick forest and paddy fields.
*'''Halady''', a village at a distance of {{convert|22|km|mi}} from Kundapura town, is known mainly as a junction of roads leading to Shankaranarayana, Amasebail and [[Hebri]]. Halady River surrounds this village to the north. An old Tiles factory was busy burning red tiles up to the 1980s in Halady, but this industry has become obsolete and outdated because of dwindling forest cover, from where the logs were supplied to bake tiles and less demand for tiles in view of RCC houses. The Marlu chicku is one deity of Halady which attracts a large number of people, and another temple is of Laxmi Narasimha with seven foot stone statue. The river in front of this temple is a beautiful scene. Varahi Lift Irrigation Project work is going on in this area.
*'''Vakwadi''' This is a small village located between '''Anegudde''' and '''Huvinakere''' and about {{convert|2|km|mi}} from Koteswara. A temple of Mahalingeshwara about {{convert|2|km|mi}} from Anegudde is a place where forest, meadows, and trees make for an excellent view.
*'''Bidkalkatte'''This is a small village near Halady. It has a government-funded high school, college, and hospital. This is on the state highway kundapur-shimoga & udupi-shimoga.
*'''Molahalli'''This is a small village near Bidkalkatte and known as birth place of 'Sahakari Pithamaha' M.Shivarao. Shivaraya temple is located in this place. This village hosts a Kambala every winter, which is visited by surrounding villagers.
*'''HERIKUDRU''' This is river island near Kundapur. This island well connected with NH17. There is one more subisland near this called Kamastar Kuru.


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Kundapra
Town
Kundapura
Clockwise from top: Kundapur River, Main Road, Shastri Circle, Coconut tree, Anegudde Sri Vinayaka temple, Kollur Mookambika temple
Clockwise from top: Kundapur River, Main Road, Shastri Circle, Coconut tree, Anegudde Sri Vinayaka temple, Kollur Mookambika temple
Map
Kundapura in Karnataka
Coordinates: 13°37′42″N 74°41′20″E / 13.62833°N 74.68889°E / 13.62833; 74.68889
Country India
StateKarnataka
DistrictUdupi
Settled1912
Named forKundeshwara
Government
 • TypeMunicipality
 • BodyKundapura Town Municipal Council
Area
 • Total
23.06 km2 (8.90 sq mi)
Elevation
80 m (260 ft)
Population
 (2011[1])
 • Total
30,444
 • Density1,300/km2 (3,400/sq mi)
DemonymKundapurian
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
576 201
Telephone code91-(0)8254
ISO 3166 codeIN-KA
Vehicle registrationKA-20
Official languageKannada[2]
Sex ratio1.09 ♂/♀
Lok Sabha ConstituencyUdupi Chikmagalur
Vidhan Sabha ConstituencyKundapura
Websitewww.kundapurtown.mrc.gov.in

Kundapra, officially Kundapura, is a town in the Udupi district of Karnataka state in India. This town was known as Coondapoor when it was part of the erstwhile South Canara district (1862–1947) of the Madras Presidency of British India. Present-day Kundapur is administered by the Kundapur Town Municipal Council and serves as the headquarters of eponymous Kundapur taluk in Udupi district.[3]

History

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The name Kundapura can be traced to the Kundeshwara Temple built by Kundavarma of the Alupa dynasty who ruled the region in the 10th - 11th century, in the vicinity of the Panchagangavalli River.[4] In Kundagannada language, the word "Kunda" also refers to the flower Jasmine. Where the Majority people of Kundapura grow flower Jasmine in this region which came to be called as kundapura (Land of Jasmine). [3]

Geography

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Kundapura town is surrounded by water from three sides. To the north lies the Panchagangavalli River. To the east lies the Kalaghar river. To the west lie the Kodi backwaters sea walk and the Arabian Sea, leaving the south side as the main connecting land mass. All connecting roads to Kundapura enter the city from the southern direction. North side of the town is vast backwaters of Panchagangavali river and a bridge has been constructed across it.[citation needed] Kundapur Taluk is bounded on the west by the Arabian Sea, on the south by Brahmavara Taluk, on the north by Byndoor Taluk, and the east by the Western Ghats.

Rivers

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Kundapur taluk has several rivers and experiences heavy rainfall. The main rivers are the[5] Chakra, Souparnika, Varahi, Kubja, and Kheta. In fact, there are seven rivers or rivulets between Kundapur and Byndoor, a short distance of 36 km. They are Halady River, Kollur River, Chakra River, Rajadi, Nujadi, Yadamavina Hole and Uppunda Hole.[5]

Demographics

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As of the 2011 India census,[6]

  • Kundapur Town has a population of 30,444.
  • Kundapur Taluk has a population of 398,471
  • Males constitute 49% of the population and females 51%.
  • Literate population was 25,191, with a Literacy rate of 82%, higher than the national average of 59.5%.

Languages of Kundapur Town (2011)[7]

  Kannada (63.4%)
  Konkani (22.9%)
  Urdu (4.3%)
  Malayalam (1.7%)
  Tulu (1.2%)
  Others (6.5%)

Transport

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Kundapur is connected to other parts of the country by NH66. SH52 is a State Highway that connects to Shimoga District. This Highway connects cities and towns of different states. Kundapur is also connected to the Konkan Railway, which runs from Mumbai to Mangaluru. The railway station is about 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) from the town. The nearest airport is Mangaluru International Airport, at Bajpe around 87 kilometres (54 mi) from Kundapur.

Kundapura railway station, along the Konkan Railway, is used by Kerala pilgrims who visit Kolluru Mookambika Temple

Kundapur is located at a distance of 38 km (24 mi) from Udupi, 40 km (25 mi) from Manipal, 30 km (19 mi) from Byndoor, 54 km (34 mi) Bhatkal, 91 km (57 mi) from Mangaluru and 181 km (112 mi) from Karwar, which are the other major cities/towns in Coastal Karnataka.

There are private local buses and some out of town is serviced by government owned buses. Buses can be found for Udupi and Mangaluru, and there are multiple bus stands. The main bus stand where the buses to Udupi and Mangaluru are available is called "New bus stand", is near the police station. Another frequently used mode of transportation is auto rikshaw.

Notable people

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References

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Wikimedia Commons has media related to Kundapura.

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  1. ^ "Villages & Towns in Kundapura Taluka of Udupi, Karnataka". www.census2011.co.in. Retrieved 12 November 2016.
  2. ^ "50th Report of the Commissioner for Linguistic Minorities in India (July 2012 to June 2013)" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 8 July 2016. Retrieved 14 January 2015.
  3. ^ a b "Kundapur town municipal council about".
  4. ^ V.R., Kushal (7 October 2013). "Where nature, beauty and history mingle". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 20 October 2022.
  5. ^ a b River Disputes in India: Kerala Rivers Under Siege By S. N. Sadasivan, Mittal Publications.(2003) Page:80.ISBN 8170999138, 9788170999133 [1]
  6. ^ "Population Finder 2011". Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. Retrieved 19 October 2022.
  7. ^ "Table C-16 Population by Mother Tongue: Karnataka (Urban)". Census of India. Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India.
  8. ^ Jaideep Shenoy (10 March 2020). "Karnataka: Vijayanagara period inscription found in Kundapur".
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