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Wandoor
Nilambur Taluk
Malappuram Dt., Kerala -
Population: 267,098
Area: 457.69 SQKM
Wandoor is a central contract point for over 200,000 people living around the town for their daily needs.
Following establishments are running in Wandoor:
q 4 Banks: Punjab National Bank, Canara Bank, Nilambur Co-operative Bank
q 3 Hospitals:
q 2 English Medium Schools:
q 2 Govt. High Schools (Girsl & Boys)
q 1 Higher Secondary Schools
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q Kerala Police CI's office is 1 KM far away
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q 90 KM to
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q 80 KM to Ootty
q 11 KM to
q 16 KM to
Places to see in Malabar Area
The national harbor at Kadalundi is an earthly paradise for migratory birds, located
19 Kms from
The large flock of birds that come here is the breath-taking backdrop of wooded
greenery that enthralls bird watchers and nature lovers in no small measure.
Over a hundred varieties of native birds and over 60 varieties of native birds
and over 60 varieties of migrating birds flock here from
The Vallikunnu
Grama Panchayat through the
people’s plan tries to develop this area as a major tourist center in south
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Kottakkal |
This small
town, 13 Kms from Malappuram
is the home of the famed Kottakkal Arya Vaidyasala, one of the
pioneer institutions of Ayurveda in
Vaidyaratnam P.S. Warrier
founded the Arya Vaidyasala
in 1902. People from different parts of the world, from Haly,
Kottakkal is also the abode of art and culture.
The PSV Natyasangham, the blessed Kathakali
group runs a Kathakali school. Venkata
Theva temple near the Vaidyasala
is noted for natural paintings. Kottakkal Pooram festival attracts thousands.
Prominent commercial
centre in Malappuram district. Most of the Government institutions and many offices such as District Court,
Manjeri has an important place in history of
Malabar. It was at the center of 1921 Muslim Revolution better known as
Sipahi Lahala. Manjeri is a one of the Muslim majority area of Kerala state.
Manjeri is centrally located and is well
connected with major cities of Kerala and neighboring states. The new
There are many Govt/Private Sector High Schools/Technical High School,
using both Malayalam and English as medium of study. For graduation and post graduations in different
disciplines -
Manjeri is a very busy town. Close proximity
to the new
International airport is
an added advantage to the business circle.
18 Kms away from
Nilambur where the rain forest flourish, elephants and other wild animals can
be viewed from the wooden rest house built by the British. An elephant-taming
center, which still attracts visitors from all climes, is also there. Half an
hour drive through the dense forests, leads to Mancherri,
the settlement of Chola Naikars,
a primitive tribe.
Adyanpara in Kurmbalangod
The Malappuram District Panchayat allotted funds to use this waterfall for
generation of electricity.
The Elembalai
hill is the border of Kerala and Tamilnadu, where the
river
Chaliyar originates. This hill clothed in dense
forest and bamboo woods adds to the beauty of the same.
The mass wild life in Nilambur, Amarambalam, Melathur and
Wandoor attracts hundreds of visitors every season. The region is a beloved
homestead of innumerable birds and animals. To the lover of nature, the
botanist and the naturalist, this region offers every charm in forest, mountain
valley and cultivated plain. Elephants, bosons, deers
tigers, blue monkeys, bears, boards, rabbits wild cats
and dogs are found in the forests along with a variety of birds and reptiles.
This variety of wild life welcomes the visitors with their own melody. Very
often flying squirrels and black panthers are found here.
The Kavanakallu
Regulator cum bridge in Chaliyar river,
13 Kms away from Kondotty
hill gives Nilambur a unique place in Kerala’s
Tourist map. 95 percentage of the construction of the regulator has been
completed. After the completion of the regulator, about 60 Kms
long artificial lake will be formed. A big scheme is underway to develop Chaliyar as a major tourist center.
Like other districts, the dominant feature
of Malappuram is the luxuriance of its vegetation. With a summer climate that
is not unduly warm, it has many charms to offer the travelers. Nilambur, on the
Kozhikode-Ooty highway, 40 Kms
from Malappuram is famous for its teak plantation and
too it is an important halting place for tourists on route to Ooty. The oldest teak plantation of the world, the Conolly’s Plot is just 2 Kms from
Nilambur town. The oldest and tallest teak tree in
the world, Kannimaree is a rare attraction. At Aruvakkode, beside the Chalaiyar river, where a country boat ferry is ready for visitor, four
Kms away from Nilambur in the Ooty
road are world’s first teak museum and sub center of Kerala Forest Research
Institute. In the well-designed museum, a visitor can have at hand, information
on all aspects of teak, exhibits, articles and details of historic, aesthetic
and scientific value.
Padinharekara, the lovely beach is close to Ponnani and at the end point of the Tippu
Sultan road. It offers a breath taking view of the confluence of the river Bharathapuzha and Tirurpuzha with
the
20 Kms from
Malappuram is another cultural center in the district. The Thali
temple is located about 3 Kms west of Agadipuram as the way to Malappuram from Perinthalmanna. The Thirumandhamkunnu
temple is dedicated to goddess Durga. The annual pooram festival celebrated in March/April attracts
thousands. A chaverthara, preserved near the Thirumandhamkunnu temple is a memorial for the martyrs of Mamankam.
Kodikethmala, a scenic hilltop near Perinthalmanna attracts tourists largely with its panoramic
views. It is exceptionally rich in flowering plants, butterflies and birds. The
DTPC is now developing it further.
This place has many charms to offer
the traveler. The Biyyamkayal, a spread of backwater
near Ponnani town is a replica of the backwaters of Kollam and Alapuzha, where boat
race is conducted annually, during Onam celebrations.
A permanent pavilion is built for the spectators. Nearly one dozen country
boats including some rowed by women, participate. This is a most enchanting
experience. As a part of a big project, the District Tourism Promotion Council
set up water sports facility, including pedal boats, running boats, park and
cafeteria.
The small coastal fishing town of
8 Kms away from
Tirur situated on the banks of the Bharatha puzha, this is a place
of great historical importance. The Mamankam, a grand
assembly of the rulers of Kerala, an enactment of traditional martial arts by
suicide squads, was held here once every 12 years in olden times. Today Thirunavaya is the venue for the annual Sarvodaya
mela. The ancient and famous Thirunavaya
temple is also a famous pilgrim center.
43 Kms south
of
Tirurangadi was an important center of the Khilaphath movement, the national movement and the Malabar
Rebellion. It was the Tirurangadi incident on
500 meters away from Malappuram town,
it is a historically important place. One can see the traces of an old fort at
the base of cantonment hill. The fort was the first to be built by the Zamorine of Kozhikode. Nearby are
the Vettakkorumakan temple and Siva temple with the
famous murals of Malabar. The British authority used it as a firing range and
many a Moppila rebel was killed here by them.
Authorities built a helipad at the top. On evening large numbers of people
gather here to see the sunset. A children’s park is made here by the DTPC.
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