Baada also known as "Baad" is a village in the Shiggaon taluk of Haveri district in the Indian state of Karnataka. Baada is the birthplace of Sri Kanaka Dasaru. Baada is located near the famous Bankapura fort.
Demographics
As of 2001 India census, Bada had a population of 1,670 with 850 males and 820 females and 292 Households.[1]
Transport
Baada is southwest of District headquarters Haveri and 20 km from Taluka headquarter Shiggaon. Both the towns are well connected by road and train.
History
Baada is also well known as the birthplace of one of the greatest saints of Hindu religion called Kanaka Dasa
Recent developments
In recent years, Baada has garnered attention from political figures. For instance, in December 2022, Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai visited Baada, the birthplace of Kanaka Dasa, during his Janata Darshan tour, promising developmental funds for the village.[2]
See also
References
- ^ "Census of India: View Population Details". Censusindia.gov.in. Retrieved 26 December 2012.
- ^ "Karnataka Basavaraj Bommai promises Rs 1 crore for each village he visits for Janata Darshan". The Times of India. 18 December 2022. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 12 January 2025.
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