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Shoranur
Shoranur is a town and municipality located on the banks of the Bharathapuzha River, in the Palakkad district of Kerala. The town is spread over an area of 32.28 km2.
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- Asurankundu Dam
Shoranur at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Asurankundu Dam: Asurankund Dam is a check dam located on the Chelakkara River in the Indian state of Kerala. It is located in Mullurkara Panchayat in Thrissur district.
- Cheruthuruthy: Cheruthuruthy, also known as Vallathol Nagar, is a small town in India near Wadakkanchery in Thrissur district on the banks of the Nila (Bharathapuzha) River.
Sightseeing Places
- Asurankundu Dam: Asurankund Dam is a check dam located on the Chelakkara River in the Indian state of Kerala. It is located in Mullurkara Panchayat in Thrissur district.
- Cheruthuruthy: Cheruthuruthy, also known as Vallathol Nagar, is a small town in India near Wadakkanchery in Thrissur district on the banks of the Nila (Bharathapuzha) River.
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 54 km from Shoranur.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Shoranur Junction railway station, about 2 km from central Shoranur.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Shoranur (Apr, May, Jun) averages 24–33°C with about 331 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Shoranur (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 24–30°C with about 383 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Shoranur (Oct, Nov) averages 23–31°C with about 180 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Shoranur (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 23–33°C with about 32 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 33°C and lows of 24°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 33°C and lows of 23°C.
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- Summary: Shoranur is a town and municipality located on the banks of the Bharathapuzha River, in the Palakkad district of Kerala. The town is spread over an area of 32.28 km2.
- Overview: Shoranur is a town and municipality located on the banks of the Bharathapuzha River, in the Palakkad district of Kerala. The town is spread over an area of 32.28 km2.
- Ancient History: This place was originally a part of the Nedunganad Swaroopam dynasty, which ruled over the present-day Pattambi and Ottapalam Taluks. By the end of the 15th century CE, Nedunganad came under the Zamorin of Calicut. The Chieftains of Shoranur known as the Kavalappara Moopil Nair maintained his territory as a buffer zone between the Zamorin and the Rajas of kochi often taking sides keeping in mind his personal interests of the time . With the annexation of Malabar by the British Kavalappara became part of Walluvanad Taluk of Malabar District, with the Taluk headquarters at Perinthalmanna.
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Significance
In December 2024, poet and teacher V. Girija published Chiramannur to Shoranur: Oru Deshavazhiyude Katha.
Historical Significance
In December 2024, poet and teacher V. Girija published Chiramannur to Shoranur: Oru Deshavazhiyude Katha.
Architectural Legacy
This place was originally a part of the Nedunganad Swaroopam dynasty, which ruled over the present-day Pattambi and Ottapalam Taluks. By the end of the 15th century CE, Nedunganad came under the Zamorin of Calicut.
Frequently Asked Questions
Shoranur is most comfortable in November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is March (average high 37°C) and the wettest months are April, May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Calicut International Airport (CCJ), about 54 km away. The nearest railway station is Shoranur Junction railway station, about 2 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Asurankundu Dam.
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 37°C over the year, with about 2644 mm of rain in total.
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