Udutadi is a small village located in Shikaripur taluk of
Shimoga District. During 12th century, it was the capital of King Kaushika.
Udutadi is the birth place of Saint Akka Mahadevi, a 12th century legendary poetess 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 7 km from Siralkoppa. Shimoga Town Railway Station is the nearest railhead.
