Bhatkal is a coastal town located in the Uttara Kannada District of Karnataka, an Indian state situated on the western coast. The town serves as a point of transit along significant transportation routes, specifically lying on National Highway 66, which connects Mumbai to Kanyakumari.
The area is well-connected by rail via the Bhatkal railway station. This facility is recognized as one of the major stations along the Konkan Railway line, a primary rail corridor running between the cities of Mumbai and Mangalore.