Bhatkal
Bhatkal Port is located at Latitude 13° 58’ North and Longitude 74° 32’ East at the mouth of Sharavathi river in Uttara Kannada District, near the Bhatkal lighthouse.
The weather at this port is typically tropical, characterized by high temperature and humidity. Bhatkal port is surrounded by river and hills, and poses no environmental threat. Currently, fishing vessels are utilizing the facilities of the port.
The existing fishing harbour is located inside. The approach channel to the port is protected by the headland itself in the north and a break- water in the south.
Bhatkal Port: Existing Facilities
- Lighterage wharf 186 M length with a stacking area of 15,888 Sq.mts.
- Transit shed for the storage of cargo.
- Import/Export cargo shed 20 Meters in length and 7.50 M in breadth