Dakshina Kannada district, Administrative district in Karnataka, India
Located between the Western Ghats and Arabian Sea, Dakshina Kannada district spans across nine distinct talukas with Mangalore as its headquarters.
The region experienced governance transitions from the Alupas in the 8th century through the Vijayanagara Empire and later under Mysore rulers Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan.
The district maintains a literacy rate of 88.62 percent, with residents speaking multiple languages including Tulu, Beary, and Konkani across different communities.
The district connects through all transportation modes, including roads, railways, seaports, and an airport, making it accessible from major cities in India.
Three major rivers - Netravathi, Kumaradhara, and Gurupura - flow through the district before joining the Arabian Sea, supporting agriculture and local industries.
Location: Mysuru division
Capital city: Mangaluru
Part of: Kanara
Shares border with: Udupi district, Kasaragod district
Website: http://dk.nic.in
GPS coordinates: 13.00000,75.40000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:47
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