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{{Short description|Village in Kodagu district, Karnataka, India}}
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'''Cherambane''' is a village located in the [[Kodagu district]] of [[Karnataka]], India.<ref>[https://www.mapsofindia.com/pincode/india/karnataka/kodagu/cherambane.html Mapsofindia - Cherambane PIN code]</ref> It lies in the western part of the state, near the Western Ghats.

== Geography ==
Cherambane is located approximately 24 km from [[Madikeri]].<ref>[https://indiamapia.com/Kodagu/Cherambane.html IndiaMapia – Cherambane map and location]</ref><ref>[https://wikimapia.org/2712438/Cherambane-Town Wikimapia – Cherambane Town overview]</ref>The terrain is hilly and surrounded by coffee estates, pepper farms, and forest areas.

== Demographics ==
According to the 2011 Census, Cherambane is a village located in the Madikeri taluk of Kodagu district, Karnataka. While specific population data is not individually reported, the village reflects the broader demographic patterns of the region.

The primary language spoken in Cherambane is Kodava Takk, the native tongue of the Kodava community.<ref>[Kodava Language – Ethnologue]</ref> Kannada is the official state language and is widely used in administration and education.<ref>[Census India – Mother Tongue 2011]</ref> Minority languages include Are Bhashe, a dialect of Kannada, and Malayalam, owing to the village's proximity to the Kerala border.<ref>[Arebhashe: A dialect and its culture – Deccan Herald]</ref>

Most residents follow Hinduism, with minorities practicing Christianity and Islam.<ref>[Kodagu District Religion Data – Census 2011]</ref> The literacy rate in Kodagu district is approximately 82.5%, with a male literacy rate of 87.4% and a female literacy rate of 77.6%.

== Religion and culture ==
Cherambane and its surrounding areas are home to several temples and sacred groves that reflect the cultural and spiritual traditions of the region.

* '''Kottur Shree Gopala Krishna Temple''': Located on the Madikeri - Tala Kaveri Road, this temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and is a significant place of worship for the local community.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://us.trip.com/travel-guide/attraction/kodagu/kottur-shree-gopala-krishna-temple-142478772/ | title=Kottur Shree Gopala Krishna Temple Tickets [2025] - Promos, Prices, Reviews & Opening Hours }}</ref>

* '''Mahavishnu Temple''': A local place of worship devoted to Lord Vishnu.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://kodavaclan.com/kodaguheritage/temples-in-kodagu-2/ | title=.Temples in Kodagu | date=8 August 2018 }}</ref>

In addition to formal temples, Cherambane is also known for its '''sacred groves''' (Devara Kadu), which are protected forest areas considered holy by the community.

* '''Eeroli Bana''': Located in the nearby Thaaka village, this sacred grove is dedicated to Lord Aiyappa and covers over 800 acres. Entry is restricted, except during annual religious rituals and festivals.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2018/Jun/17/karnataka-gods-own-forests-watch-over-kodagu-1829259.html | title=Karnataka: God's own forests watch over Kodagu | date=17 June 2018 }}</ref>

The village is also mentioned in relation to [[Siddharudha Swami]] due to his visits to a local Matha.

== Economy ==
The economy of Cherambane is primarily based on agriculture, with paddy and coffee being the main crops.<ref>{{cite news |date=17 August 2023 |title=Paddy cultivation hit as Kodagu battles rain deficit |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2023/Aug/17/paddy-cultivation-hit-as-kodagu-battles-rain-deficit-2606002.html |work=The New Indian Express}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Kodagu – ADS – Vegetable Cultivation -2018-2023 |url=https://www.nabard.org/auth/writereaddata/careernotices/0610180452Kodagu%20%20ADS%20-%20Vegetables%20Cultivation%2027032018.pdf |publisher=NABARD}}</ref>

Tourism is also growing, with homestays like Cloud Valley attracting visitors.<ref>{{cite web |title=Cloud Valley - Cherambane |url=https://codagu.com/about/homestays/cloud-valley-cherambane |publisher=Codagu.com}}</ref> However, locals have raised concerns about resource strain due to increased tourist activity.<ref>{{cite web |title=Kodagu 7th most searched travel destination, local residents unhappy |date=28 December 2023 |url=https://www.kodaguexpress.com/post/kodagu-7th-most-searched-travel-destination-local-residents-unhappy |publisher=The Kodagu Express}}</ref>

== Transport ==
Cherambane is accessible by road, with regular KSRTC bus services connecting it to nearby towns such as Madikeri and Bhagamandala.<ref>{{cite web |title=Madikeri Bus Stand Timetable |url=https://ksrtc.karnataka.gov.in/storage/pdf-files/Time%20Table/MADIKERI.pdf |publisher=Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Planning a Trip to Coorg? Check KSRTC Bus Timings and Connectivity in Kodagu |date=28 January 2025 |url=https://www.kodaguexpress.com/post/planning-a-trip-to-coorg-check-ksrtc-bus-timings-and-connectivity-in-kodagu |publisher=Kodagu Express}}</ref>

The village is connected via State Highways 90 and 89, facilitating road travel from various parts of Karnataka.

There is no railway station within 10 km of Cherambane; the nearest major railway stations are in Mysuru and Mangaluru.

The closest airports are Mysore Airport (approximately 155 km away) and Mangalore International Airport (approximately 140 km away).<ref>{{cite web |title=Cloud Valley Coorg - Resorts Coorg |url=https://www.resortscoorg.in/homestay/cloud-valley/ |publisher=Resorts Coorg}}</ref>

== References ==

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* {{cite news |date=2023-08-17 |title=Paddy cultivation hit as Kodagu battles rain deficit |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2023/Aug/17/paddy-cultivation-hit-as-kodagu-battles-rain-deficit-2606002.html |access-date=2025-05-17 |work=The New Indian Express}} – Reports on drought affecting paddy fields in Kodagu, relevant to Cherambane.

* {{cite web |title=Kodagu – Horticulture Overview |url=https://www.nabard.org/auth/writereaddata/careernotices/0610180452Kodagu%20%20ADS%20-%20Vegetables%20Cultivation%2027032018.pdf |access-date=2025-05-17 |website=NABARD}} – Government document detailing vegetable farming in Kodagu.

* {{cite web |title=Economy of Coorg |url=https://codagu.com/about/economy |access-date=2025-05-17 |website=Codagu.com}} – Overview of plantation economy including coffee and pepper.

* {{cite web |title=Madikeri Bus Timetable |url=https://ksrtc.karnataka.gov.in/storage/pdf-files/Time%20Table/MADIKERI.pdf |access-date=2025-05-17 |website=KSRTC}} – Source for bus services connecting Cherambane.

* {{cite web |title=Transport in Kodagu |url=https://codagu.com/about/info/transport |access-date=2025-05-17 |website=Codagu.com}} – Includes information on road, rail, and air connectivity.

== External links ==

* [https://kodavaclan.com/kodaguheritage/temples-in-kodagu-2/ Temples in Kodagu – KodavaClan]
* [https://us.trip.com/travel-guide/attraction/kodagu/kottur-shree-gopala-krishna-temple-142478772/ Kottur Shree Gopala Krishna Temple – Trip.com]
* [https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2018/Jun/17/karnataka-gods-own-forests-watch-over-kodagu-1829259.html God's Own Forests – New Indian Express article on sacred groves]

[[Category:Villages in Kodagu district]]

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