How many places are in Kerala?
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| Rank | City/Town | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|
| Municipal Corporations | ||
| 2 | Kozhikode | 609,224 |
| 3 | Kochi | 602,046 |
| 4 | Kollam | 388,288 |
Which are the 14 districts in Kerala?
The state of Kerala is divided into 14 revenue districts….Alphabetical listing.
| District | Ernakulam |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Kakkanad |
| Established | 1 Apr 1958 |
| Area | 3,063 km2 (1,183 sq mi) |
| Subdivisions | Aluva Kanayannur (Ernakulam) Kochi (Fort Kochi) Kothamangalam Kunnathunad (Perumbavoor) Muvattupuzha North Paravur |
Which are the top 10 cities in Kerala?
The Best Towns and Cities in Kerala, India
- Munnar.
- Kozhikode.
- Alappuzha.
- Thrissur.
- Kottayam.
- Vagamon.
- Thalassery.
- Varkala. A growing favourite town among international tourists in Kerala, Varkala offers an ideal beach getaway that is relaxed and laidback.
What is the main city in Kerala?
Thiruvananthapuram
Kerala/Capitals
What is the old name of Kannur?
Cannanore
The old name, Cannanore, is the anglicized form of the Malayalam name “Kannur”….Kannur district.
| Kannur district Cannanore district | |
|---|---|
| State | Kerala |
| Region | North Malabar |
| Established | 1957 |
| Headquarters | Kannur |
Is Malappuram a district?
Malappuram District was formed on 16th of June 1969 with the Nilgiris of Tamilnadu in the east, Arabian sea in the west, Kozhikode and Wayanad Districts in the north and Palakkad and Thrissur District in the south. The District has a geographical area of 3550 sq.
How many jilla are there?
districts
The 14 districts are further divided into 75 taluks, and 941 Gram panchayats….Alphabetical listing.
| District | Thiruvananthapuram |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Established | 1 Nov 1956 |
| Subdivisions | 6 Taluks Neyyattinkara Kattakada Nedumangad Thiruvananthapuram Chirayinkeezhu (Attingal) Varkala |
| Area | 2,192 km2 (846 sq mi) |
Which is the best district in Kerala?
Top 10 District of Kerala For Mountain and Backwater Tourism
- Palakkad-The Gateway To Kerala.
- Idukki-High Wavy Mountains.
- Wayanad-Five Ghat Roads.
- Thrissur-The Elephants Festival.
- Kollam-Gateway To BackWaters.
- Kasargod-Land of Lords and Forts.
- Ernakulam-The Commercial Capital.
- Kozhikode-The City of Spices.
Who built Kerala?
History of Kerala. Kerala is first mentioned (as Keralaputra) in a 3rd-century-bce rock inscription left by the Mauryan emperor Ashoka. In the last centuries bce this region became famous among the Greeks and Romans for its spices (especially pepper).
Which is the most famous place in Kerala?
Located on the west of the Malabar coastline, Bekal is a small town in the Kasargod district of Kerala. It is famous for its beaches, backwaters, forts and some tourists spots. Bekal is home to the largest fortress in Kerala.
Which is the first British settlement in Kerala?
Fondly known as Tellichery, Thalassery is a coastal town of Kerala nestled at the shore of Arabian Sea and immersed in the vibrant culture. Steeped in rich history and heritage, this town was one of the earliest British settlements in the state.
Which is the oldest municipal corporation in Kerala?
The Thiruvananthapuram Municipality came into existence in 1920. After two decades, during the reign of Sree Chithira Thirunal, Thiruvananthapuram Municipality was converted into Corporation on 30 October 1940, making it the oldest Municipal Corporation of Kerala.