Bajpe

Bajpe is a locality in Mangalore city of Dakshina Kannada district in the state of Karnataka, now also known as Bajpe Town, India. It is around from the city of Mangalore. The Mangalore International Airport is located at Bajpe and was previously known as the Bajpe Aerodrome.
City bus number 47 connects Bajpe to State Bank.There are a number of villages surrounding Bajpe, for which it serves as a hub. The nearby villages to which Bajpe serves as hub are Permude, Hosabettu, Kinnigoli, Kalamundkur and Kateel. Bajpe is derived from the Tulu word, Bija da Appe (Mother of Seeds) since it was famous for its agricultural market in olden days.

Bajpe now its declared as a Town and official Known a
Bajpe Town
by Municipal Administration of Dakshina Kannada District and its Bajpe is a fast growing suburb of Mangalore in the field of Tourism and Business.

Demographics

, India census, Bajpe had a population of 17,032. Males constitute 48 per cent of the population and females 52 per cent. Bajpe has an average literacy rate of 92 per cent, higher than the national average of 74.04;
The male and female literacy rate are equal. 11 per cent of the population is under 6 years of age.

Assembly constituency

Until 2007, Bajpe belonged to the Surathkal constituency, but it now belongs to the Moodubidri constituency after the recent reorganization of constituencies by the election commission.

Religious Places

Some famous religious places located here

Temple

*Shri Somanatheshwara Maha Ganapathi temple, Porkodi
* Shri Ambika Annapoorneshwari Temple Sunkadakatte
*Nellitheertha Cave Temple
* Shree Kashi Vishwanatheshwara Temple, Talakala, Kolambe, Bajpe.
* Shree Shanaishchara Temple (Temple of the Lord Shani)
* Shri. Adinatheshwar Temple, Adyapadi
*Shree Bramha mugera mahakaali Daivastana kinnipadavu bajpe.

Mosque

*Muhiyudeen Jumma Masjid
* Khaja Jumma Masjid h
*Badriya Jumma Masjid, Kinipadav.
*Salafi Madeena Masjid, Old Airport Road.

Church

* St.Joseph Church, Bajpe.
* Mary Help Of Christian Church, Adyapady
* St Antony's Church, Anthonykatte
Shrine of Saint Pope John Paul II
There is a Jain Ancestral House called Bailu Beedu belonging to the landlord family of Ballals 3 km from the main square. The family had a total hold on surrounding 3 villages. After the Land Reforms act came into existence, the family members got relocated to various places all over the world. Still, there is a worship place of their ancestors with 2 wooden idols of 8 feet height. These were twins, called Veerananthayya and Vikramananthayya (known as "Periyakulu" meaning elders). They belonged to the Chowta King family of Moodbidri.

Education

Bajpe is also home to several educational institutes. Some of the prominent ones in this town are:

* Popular Bunts English Medium School
* St Josephs PU College (High School & Pre University)
*Sri Niranjana Swamy Education Institutions, Sunkadakatte
* Morning Star (Airport) School
* Parochial School (Primary)
* Little Flower Girls High School
* Ansar English Medium School
* BAMA International School
* MET Commerce College
* Holy Family School

Restaurants

* Jayaraj Bar & restaurant
* Alfam Chicken Centre
* Hotel Sujatha
* Hotel Keerthi Sagar
* Mangalore Airport Restaurant
* Pappilon Bar And Restaurant
* Hotel Nisarga
* Bajpe Halal Chicken Centre

Notable People

* B. A. Mohiddin-Ex - Minister for Higher Education
*Ranjith Bajpe Indian film director and screenwriter known for his work in Tulu cinema
*Sri Niranjana Swamy, spiritual guide, educationist.

Business Enterprises

Idaksh Technologies

Isarva INFOTECH PRIVATE LIMITED
* Y5 Computers

References

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Cities and towns in Dakshina Kannada district
Localities in Mangalore