What is "shakatapuram"

Shakatapuram is a religious place for Hindus located in the Koppa taluk of the state of Karnataka, India. It is located near Sringeri and is situated on the banks of river Tunga. It is famous for a Hindu Math called Shri Vidya Peetam which is present at this place. Shakatapuram is also known by the name Bhandigadi. The Kumbhabhishekam event held at this place attracts a number of devotees.