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Palappuram
Palappuram is a neighbourhood in Ottapalam located 4 km from Ottapalam, between Shornur and the Palakkad Highway in Kerala, South India. In olden days most of them were farmers and weavers.
Palappuram at a Glance
Why Palappuram?
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- Thirumittakode Anchumoorthi Temple
- Nedumpura Kulasekharanellur Shiva Temple
- Kattil Madam Temple
Palappuram at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Thirumittakode Anchumoorthi Temple: Thirumittakode Anchumoorthi Temple is a Hindu temple equally associated with the deities Vishnu and Shiva. Temple is situated on the banks of the Bharathappuzha at Thirumittacode of Palakkad District in Kerala state in India.
- Nedumpura Kulasekharanellur Shiva Temple: Kulasekharanellur Shiva Temple is a Shiva temple situated at Nedumpura neighbourhood in Thrissur in the state of Kerala, India. It is one among the 108 Shiva Temples in Kerala.
- Kattil Madam Temple: Kattil Madam Temple is a dilapidated shrine in the Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is thought to be a Jain temple built around the ninth or tenth centuries AD and is situated on the Pattambi Guruvayur road.
Sightseeing Places
- Thirumittakode Anchumoorthi Temple: Thirumittakode Anchumoorthi Temple is a Hindu temple equally associated with the deities Vishnu and Shiva. Temple is situated on the banks of the Bharathappuzha at Thirumittacode of Palakkad District in Kerala state in India.
- Nedumpura Kulasekharanellur Shiva Temple: Kulasekharanellur Shiva Temple is a Shiva temple situated at Nedumpura neighbourhood in Thrissur in the state of Kerala, India. It is one among the 108 Shiva Temples in Kerala.
- Kattil Madam Temple: Kattil Madam Temple is a dilapidated shrine in the Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is thought to be a Jain temple built around the ninth or tenth centuries AD and is situated on the Pattambi Guruvayur road.
Temples
- Thirumittakode Anchumoorthi Temple: Thirumittakode Anchumoorthi Temple is a Hindu temple equally associated with the deities Vishnu and Shiva. Temple is situated on the banks of the Bharathappuzha at Thirumittacode of Palakkad District in Kerala state in India.
- Nedumpura Kulasekharanellur Shiva Temple: Kulasekharanellur Shiva Temple is a Shiva temple situated at Nedumpura neighbourhood in Thrissur in the state of Kerala, India. It is one among the 108 Shiva Temples in Kerala.
- Kattil Madam Temple: Kattil Madam Temple is a dilapidated shrine in the Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is thought to be a Jain temple built around the ninth or tenth centuries AD and is situated on the Pattambi Guruvayur road.
Places That Define Palappuram
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Thirumittakode Anchumoorthi Temple
Thirumittakode Anchumoorthi Temple is a Hindu temple equally associated with the deities Vishnu and Shiva. Temple is situated on the banks of the Bharathappuzha at Thirumittacode of Palakkad District in Kerala state in India.
Nedumpura Kulasekharanellur Shiva Temple
Kulasekharanellur Shiva Temple is a Shiva temple situated at Nedumpura neighbourhood in Thrissur in the state of Kerala, India. It is one among the 108 Shiva Temples in Kerala.
Kattil Madam Temple
Kattil Madam Temple is a dilapidated shrine in the Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is thought to be a Jain temple built around the ninth or tenth centuries AD and is situated on the Pattambi Guruvayur road.
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- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 50 km from Palappuram.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Karakkad Railway Station, about 1 km from central Palappuram.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Palappuram (Apr, May, Jun) averages 25–32°C with about 322 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Palappuram (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 24–30°C with about 352 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Palappuram (Oct, Nov) averages 23–31°C with about 208 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Palappuram (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 23–34°C with about 30 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 25°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 24°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 34°C and lows of 23°C.
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History
- Summary: Palappuram is a neighbourhood in Ottapalam located 4 km from Ottapalam, between Shornur and the Palakkad Highway in Kerala, South India. In olden days most of them were farmers and weavers.
- Overview: Palappuram is a neighbourhood in Ottapalam located 4 km from Ottapalam, between Shornur and the Palakkad Highway in Kerala, South India. In olden days most of them were farmers and weavers. There are various temple in this village.
- Ancient History: Palappuram is a part of old Nedunga nadukingdom. Place is famous for the Chinakkathoor Pooram (annual Hindu festival) held at the famous Chinakkattoorkkavu Temple of Goddess Durga. There is a huge local and global crowd who come here to see the Pooram festival. The pooram is accompanied by Elephants and the traditional Melam.
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Significance
Palappuram is a part of old Nedunga nadukingdom. Place is famous for the Chinakkathoor Pooram (annual Hindu festival) held at the famous Chinakkattoorkkavu Temple of Goddess Durga.
Spiritual Significance
Palappuram is a part of old Nedunga nadukingdom. Place is famous for the Chinakkathoor Pooram (annual Hindu festival) held at the famous Chinakkattoorkkavu Temple of Goddess Durga.
Frequently Asked Questions
Palappuram is most comfortable in November, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is March (average high 36°C) and the wettest months are May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 50 km away. The nearest railway station is Karakkad Railway Station, about 1 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Thirumittakode Anchumoorthi Temple, Nedumpura Kulasekharanellur Shiva Temple and Kattil Madam Temple.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 29°C to 36°C over the year, with about 2577 mm of rain in total.
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