Udutadi

Udutadi (or Udugani) is a small village located in Shikaripur taluk of Shimoga District. During 12th century, it was the capital of King Kaushika.

Map of Udugani, Karnataka

Udutadi is the birthplace of Saint Akka Mahadevi, a 12th-century legendary poet who sang Lord Shiva's glory. Her verses in Kannada are known as Vachanas. A temple has been built in the memory of Akka Mahadevi.

There is also an old fort here. Udutadi is 5 km from Siralkoppa. Shimoga Town Railway Station is the nearest railhead.