Why is ottapalam famous?
Why is ottapalam famous?
Located 35 km from Palakkad town, Ottappalam is famous for its numerous places of worship and colourful festivals. It is also home to the famous Varikkasseri Mana, where Malayalam films are shot almost round the year.
Is ottapalam rural or urban?
The total area of Ottappalam is 845.98 sq.km with population density of 1100 per sq.km. Out of total population, 73.05% of population lives in Urban area and 26.95% lives in Rural area.
Who is the collector of ottapalam?
Sikha Surendran took charge as Sub Collector, Ottapalam, on Monday. She has succeeded Arjun Pandian, who was transferred to Wayanad.
How did ottapalam get its name?
The British formed the Malabar District and built their headquarters at Kozhikode. The headquarters of North Malabar was at Thalassery and that of South Malabar was at Cherpulassery. The headquarters of South Malabar was later changed to Ottapalam. Thus the name Ottappalam became familiar.
When was Palakkad added to Kerala?
1956
In 1956, when Kerala came into existence, Palakkad became a part of it.
What is the meaning of ottapalam?
Ottapalam, (also spelled Ottappalam) is a town in Ottapalam taluk of the Palakkad district in Kerala, India. Chinakathoor Pooram, an event held every year at Chinakkathoor Temple in Palappuram near Ottapalam, is one of the famous festivals in Kerala.
How many panchayats are there in ottapalam?
9 Panchayats
Ottappalam consist of 71 Villages and 9 Panchayats .
Who is mayor of Palakkad?
Palakkad
| Palakkad Palghat | |
|---|---|
| • Type | Municipality |
| • Body | Palakkad Municipality |
| • Chairperson | K. Priya Ajayan (BJP) |
| • Deputy Chairman | E. Krishnadas (BJP) |
Who is the Sub Collector of Palakkad?
MRUMMAI JOSHI IAS
DISTRICT COLLECTORS
| DISTRICT | NAME | PHONE OFFICE |
|---|---|---|
| PALAKKAD | SMT. MRUMMAI JOSHI IAS | 0491-2505266 |
| MALAPPURAM | SHRI. PREMKUMAR V R IAS | 0483-2734355 |
| KOZHIKODE | SHRI. DR. NARASIMHUGARI T L REDDY IAS | 0495-2371400 |
| WAYANAD | SMT. GEETHA A IAS | 0493-6202230 |
Is Palakkad a town or city?
listen)), also known as Palghat, is a city and municipality in the state of Kerala in India. It is spread over an area of 26.60 square kilometres (10.27 sq mi). It is the administrative headquarters of the Palakkad District.
