St. Joseph Church, Belman

St. Joseph Church is a Catholic place of worship located in Karkala taluk of Karnataka state, roughly 48 kilometers north of Mangalore. The building serves several hundred Catholic families in the region and houses connected educational institutions for students.

The church began in 1886 when a bishop granted permission for its establishment, and construction with basic materials took place in 1894. Over time, the community grew and became an important religious center in the area.

The church serves as a social gathering place where the community conducts services in the local Konkani language, keeping regional traditions alive. During religious celebrations, worshippers gather for special observances that mark important moments in the local calendar.

The building sits along a main highway and is accessible to visitors traveling through the region. The site also includes school facilities and other community buildings that give a sense of how the parish operates.

The parish spans multiple administrative divisions and has produced important religious leaders who went on to hold positions in other dioceses. This connection shows how significant the local community has been for the wider Catholic church in the region.

Location: Karkala taluk

Website: http://belmanchurch.com

GPS coordinates: 13.16625,74.87006

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:45