Belekeri
Village in Karnataka, India
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Belekeri is a village in Ankola, Karnataka, India, and is known for its fish. It is approximately 6 km from Ankola. Its industrial port is used for shipping iron ore and manganese to various destinations, including China.[citation needed] The port came to a wide media attention due to the Belekeri port scam.[1][2] Belekeri port is on bank of Hattikeri River.
Belekeri | |
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village | |
  Belekeri Location in Karnataka, India  Belekeri Belekeri (India) | |
| Coordinates: 14.7°N 74.267°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Karnataka |
| Government | |
| • Body | Gram panchayat |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Kannada |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| ISO 3166 code | IN-KA |
History
Historically, the port was used by the British. The village has ancient historical significance as it houses an inscription which is more than 500 years old.[3] It has Jainabeera temple, which is of a great significance to the villagers. Inhabited communities are Nadavaru Nador, Kharvi(Fishermen caste), Komarpant, Halakki Vokkaliga, Shetti(Vaishya), Ager etc.
Belekeri Port
Karnataka plans development of non-major transhipment port with Rs 3,000 crore is likely to be invested in greenfield port at Belekeri.[4]
Belekeri Harbour
The fishing harbour is suitable for moderate weathers. If proper improvements are brought about, it can greatly increase its capacity.[5] Government of Karnataka has planned to improve it under Public-Private partnership.[6] Justice Santosh Hegde, the then Lokayukta of Karnataka, is also reported to have expressed his concerns over the illegal activities.[7]
Environmental issues
Beach
Grassy lawns are a common sight. The sunsets are pleasing to the eyes. The place also has hills around. The beach is not far away from other tourist attractions like Gokarna.[3] The nearest railway station to Belekeri is the Ankola railway station, which is about 11 km away.
