Konaje

Konaje is a village and gram panchayat in the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India. It is situated in the Mangaluru region, close to the city of Mangalore. The locality is best known for housing the main campus of Mangalore University, one of the region’s major centers of higher education. Established in 1980, the university offers programs across arts, science, commerce, engineering, and education and serves students from coastal Karnataka and beyond.

The area around Konaje is predominantly rural, with agriculture forming a core livelihood alongside growing educational activity associated with the university and allied institutions. Common languages spoken include Kannada, Tulu, and Konkani, reflecting the district’s linguistic diversity.

In terms of transport, Konaje is connected by road to Mangalore and other towns via the National Highway corridor that passes through the region. The nearest railway station and airport are in Mangalore, providing regional and international links.

History and administration: Konaje is part of the Dakshina Kannada district and participates in local governance through a gram panchayat system. The village is influenced by the broader cultural traditions of coastal Karnataka, including temple festivals and rural markets.