Sirsi
India · State of KarnatakaIN
City in Karnataka, India
Sirsi is a city located in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka state in India. Administratively, Sirsi functions as the headquarters for the eponymous taluk, subdivision, and educational district. The Sirsi subdivision comprises four taluks: Sirsi, Siddapur, Yellapur, and Mundgod. The broader Sirsi Educational District encompasses these four, along with the taluks of Joida, Dandeli, and Haliyal. The local economy is predominantly driven by its agriculture-based activities. The primary cash crop cultivated in the surrounding rural areas is the areca nut locally referred to as Adike. Notably, the 'Sirsi Supari' variety of areca nut, grown in the Sirsi subdivision, has been accorded the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) Tag, ensuring its authenticity and unique quality. The area is also renowned for its cultivation of various spices, including cardamom, pepper, betel leaves, and vanilla. Rice constitutes the principal food crop grown here. The Spices Board of India lists the prices of black pepper from Sirsi and Kochi, making them the only two markets officially designated as primary price reference centers for the black pepper in India. This makes Sirsi one of the major trading centres for agricultural productions specially arecanut and spices in India..
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 61,607
- Coordinates
- 14.621, 74.836
- Timezone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Elevation
- 600 m
Overview of Sirsi
Part of State of Karnataka, India, Sirsi is a medium-sized town. The headcount is close to 61,607. The altitude here is around 600 m. A useful hint when you budget your days. Travel interests covered here include nature. Sitting in the northern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern.
Things to do in Sirsi
Nature in Sirsi
(1)Our data lists Countryside as nature options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Sirsi.
Getting there & around
Expect a regional connection into Sirsi, then short distances on foot. Sirsi runs on Asia/Kolkata time.
Similar destinations
Places near Sirsi that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sirsi known for?
- In State of Karnataka, India, Sirsi stands out for nature. That mix defines the typical visit to this 61,607-strong destination.
- What can you do in Sirsi?
- Options in Sirsi run to Countryside — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- Where is Sirsi located?
- You will find Sirsi in State of Karnataka, India. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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