Kulals are popularly known as Moolyas in South Canara District of Karnataka, Kumbhara at North Karnataka and other parts of Karnataka. This community is widely spread in Mangalore, Udupi and Mumbai. Dakshina Kannada Jilla Moolyara Yane Kulalara Martru Sangha, (Estd 14-12-1927) Old Kent Rd., Mangalore is pioneering for unity within Kulala community. It has a large community hall, named Nasik B H Bangera Hall. and Shree Devi Temple.