71-553: Peringammala is the first largest panchayat in Thiruvananthapuram district in the state of Kerala , India. There are two places named Peringammala, the other one is between Balaramapuram and Venganoor which is on the southern side of the Thiruvananthapuram district .There is two villages Peringammala and Thennoor . Beautiful tourist place in there including Ponmudi , Mankayam , Brimore , etc. Festival Palod Mela also there. The verdant village of Peringammala
142-419: A literacy rate of 92.66%. 53.66% of the population lives in urban areas. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes make up 11.30% and 0.81% of the population respectively. Hindus (66.46%) constitute the majority of the population, followed by Christians (19.10%) and Muslims (13.72%). The Hindu community consists of Nairs , Nadars , Tamil Brahmins , Ezhavas , Viswakarma etc. The Christians belong mainly to
213-698: A national geological monument by the Geological Survey of India for their protection, maintenance, promotion, and the enhancement of geotourism . There are numerous water spouts and spas on the sides of these cliffs. In 2015, the Ministry of Mines, the Government of India, and the Geological Survey of India (GSI) declared Varkala Cliffs a geo-heritage site. Varkala is also known for the 2,000-year-old Janardana Swami Temple , which
284-562: A firm footing in Kerala. The fort is now under the protection of National Heritage Monuments. There is also a cemetery inside the fort and the oldest burial site dates to 1704. Muthalapuzhi Lake is situated in Anjengo. Varkala Tunnel is an old tourist highlight. Its construction began in 1867 under the supervision of Travancore Diwan Sir. T Mahadeva Rao and was completed only in 1880, at the time of Diwan Sheshaya Sasthri. Varkala Lighthouse
355-574: A police station. It also has government-run medical facilities in addition to over 10 private hospitals and clinics. A government-run naturopathic hospital is located near the Papanasam cliff. The District Ayurvedic Hospital is located in Varkala. Air Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (39 km) is the nearest airport and is well connected with all major cities in India and Abroad and there
426-585: Is 11,562 which is 28.87% of the total population. Varkala is an important place as far as geology is concerned as it exposes sedimentary rocks belonging to the Cenozoic age, popularly known in the geological literature as the Warkalli formation. The Warkalli formation, along with the Quilon formation, represent sediments laid down in the Kerala basin that existed during Mio-pliocene times. The Quilon formation of
497-734: Is a fort near Varkala. The historic significance tagged to Anjengo comes through foreign powers like the Portuguese , the Dutch , and finally the English East India Company. In the year 1684, the English East India Company chose Anjengo to establish their first trade settlement in Kerala. At Anjengo, one can find the remnants of the old English Fort, which was targeted several times by other foreign powers, who were at that time fighting each other to get
568-480: Is a VidyaDevi temple known for Navarathri Sangeetholsavam and Vijayadesami Vidyarambam. Kaduvayil Juma mosque, situated on NH47, between Kallambalam and Attingal, is a Sunni pilgrimage centre which attracts local Muslims. Mambazhamoola Mahaganapathi Kshethram is a renowned Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha located in Varkala-Ayroor, Kerala; it is believed to be one of the oldest Ganesha temples in
639-480: Is a major academic hub. The University of Kerala is in Thiruvananthapuram city. There are 20 arts and sciences colleges in the district, and the estimated total number of students is 15,926. The University of Kerala has its research and higher-education centres at Kariavattom . Varkala Varkala is a major coastal municipality and a northern suburb of Thiruvananthapuram , the capital city of
710-612: Is a major state government emporium marketing products of Kerala's handicraft industries . The Neyyar Irrigation Project, commissioned in 1959, irrigates an area of 116.65 km (45.0 sq mi). The Neyyar river is the source of water for the Neyyar reservoir . The dam is 294.13 metres (965.0 ft) long and 50.6 metres (166.0 ft) high. The catchment draining into the reservoir, covering an area of 140 km (54 sq mi) of forest, receives an annual average rainfall of about 2,260 mm (90 in) 2260 mm from
781-994: Is about 1,827.7 mm (72 in) per annum. The southwest monsoon, from June to September is the principal rainy season, during which the district receives most of its annual rainfall. The second rainy season is the Northeast monsoon , from October to November. The district also experiences thunderstorm rains in the pre-monsoon months of April and May. December to February are the coolest months. The average temperature drops to 69 °F (20 °C) in these months, generally considered India's winter season . The summer season starts in February and continues until May. The average temperature rises to 95 °F (35 °C) in these months. The media and information technology sectors are mainstays of Thiruvananthapuram district's economy, and other major sectors are tourism and leisure , agriculture, and education. India's first animation park,
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#1732794419635852-444: Is also a helipad at Varkala Cliff. Rail Varkala Railway Station , the second busiest and third highest revenue-generating station in Thiruvananthapuram district, is well connected by regular trains from to major metropolitan cities in India like Mumbai , Delhi , Bangalore , Pune , Chennai , Hyderabad , Goa , Kolkata , Vishakapatnam , etc. Road Varkala is situated along the Thiruvananthapuram - Kollam coastal highway. It
923-543: Is also connected by the State Highway 64 with the Mumbai - Kanyakumari National Highway 66 which runs at 9 km towards the east. Private buses and KSRTC buses ply along NH 66 and through Varkala from Thiruvananthapuram city, Attingal, Parippally, and Kollam city. Water Varkala is connected to National Waterway 3 through Varkala Tunnel , which passes through the heart of the city. Tourism began to thrive at
994-645: Is also the headquarters of the Sree Narayana Dharma Sangham , an organization of his disciples and saints, established by the Guru to propagate his concept of 'One Caste, One Religion, One God'. The Guru Deva Jayanti, the birthday of the Guru, and the samadhi day, are celebrated in August and September respectively every year. Colourful processions, debates and seminars, public meetings, cultural shows, community feasts, group weddings, and rituals mark
1065-573: Is an important Vaishnavaite shrine in India and is often referred to as Dakshin Kashi ( Benares of the South). It is believed that a Pandyan King was instructed by Lord Brahma to build a temple at this very place to redeem him of his sins. Several other myths abound on the birth of Varkala. Another legend states that when a group of pilgrims approached Sage Narada and told him that they had sinned, Narada threw his valkalam (a loin cloth made from
1136-406: Is another tourist highlight in the vicinity. Janardana Swami Temple is a very important Vaishnavite shrine and attracts thousands of pilgrims . The temple is about 2,000 years old. Facing the temple is Papasnanam Beach, where devotees take a bath in the belief that the sacred waters will wash away their sins. A large bell washed up from the wreck of a Dutch merchant vessel is kept on display at
1207-615: Is available in the district, including hill stations, the Kerala backwaters , beaches, lagoons, and wildlife sanctuaries. Kovalam & Varkala and its internationally known beaches are in Thiruvananthapuram district. Thiruvananthapuram is a major destination for chartered flights to India for medical tourism , with over fifty recognized Ayurveda centres in and around the city. The city also offers world-class modern hospitals. Convalescent facilities are available at nearby five-star beach resorts and hill stations. Thiruvananthapuram district
1278-504: Is forested, northern regions are mostly under rubber cultivation and the remaining areas grow mixed dry-land crops of coconut, plantain, and tapioca, among others. Built-up areas and rice fields complete the land use pattern. The name Thiruvananthapuram, shared by the district and its headquarters city, comes from the Malayalam / Tamil word "Thiru" and Sanskrit word "anantha-pura", meaning "Abode of Lord Anantha". The name derives from
1349-581: Is located between 8°10′N 76°25′E / 8.17°N 76.41°E / 8.17; 76.41 and 8°32′N 77°10′E / 8.54°N 77.17°E / 8.54; 77.17 . At the southernmost extremity of the district, Kaliyikkavila is 54 kilometres (34 mi) from Kanyakumari , the southernmost point on the Indian peninsula. 33.75% of the district population lives in urban areas. The district has three major rivers, several freshwater lakes, and over 300 ponds. Its eastern region
1420-537: Is located in the valley of the Ponmudi hills. It owes its name to the Tamil/Malayalam word, Periyamala meaning The Big Mountain. In the olden days this area was reputed for various forest produce like honey. Peringammala panchayath (an administrative unit) consists of two villages namely Peringammala and Thennoor. Peringammala is the largest panchayth in Thiruvananthapuram district and is the second largest in
1491-547: Is the southernmost district in the Indian state of Kerala . The district was created in 1949, with its headquarters in the city of Thiruvananthapuram , which is also Kerala's administrative centre. The present district was created in 1956 by separating the four southernmost Taluks of the erstwhile district to form Kanyakumari district . The city of Thiruvananthapuram is also known as the Information technology capital of
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#17327944196351562-564: Is the highest in Kerala, with 1,509 inhabitants per square kilometre (3,910/sq mi). The district is divided into six subdistricts : Thiruvananthapuram , Chirayinkeezhu , Neyyattinkara , Nedumangadu , Varkala , and Kattakada . The urban bodies in the district are the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation , and the Varkala , Neyyattinkara , Attingal , and Nedumangad municipalities. Thiruvananthapuram district
1633-475: Is the predominant mother tongue. Tamil is mostly spoken in the southern parts of the district and among the Tamil population in the capital city especially by Nadars and Tamil Brahmins and various other Tamil communities. Thiruvananthapuram city is more cosmopolitan, with speakers of languages including Malayalam , Tamil , English , Telugu , Hindi , Tulu and a small percentage of Marathi . More than 50% of
1704-499: Is today a center of attraction for devotees and sightseers. The city was the capital of the Travancore state from 18th century CE until India's independence . The Thiruvananthapuram Municipality came into existence in 1920 as the first municipality in Travancore region. After two decades, during the reign of Sree Chithira Thirunal , Thiruvananthapuram Municipality was converted into Corporation on 30 October 1940. Consequent to
1775-406: The 2011 census Thiruvananthapuram district has a population of 3,301,427. This gives it a ranking of 103rd in India out of a total of 640 districts. The district has a population density of 1,509 inhabitants per square kilometre (3,910/sq mi). Its population growth rate over the decade 2001–2011 was 2.25%. Thiruvananthapuram has a sex ratio of 1088 females for every 1000 males, and
1846-824: The Attingal Lok Sabha Constituency . There are seven State Assembly Constituencies within Attingal Lok Sabha Constituency, of which Varkala is one. One Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) is elected from Varkala with Legislative Assembly no. 127. Varkala is a well-known tourism and commercial destination. More than 300 resorts and hotels are situated in the municipality, including a Taj Hotel , owned by Tata Group . The city has an average-rated water supply system, fire station, automobile showrooms, several post offices, engineering and degree colleges and
1917-537: The Beemapally Uroos , and the Vettucaud Perunaal . The district has a rich diversity of plants, ranging from rare orchids , medicinal plants , and spices to hedge plants, tuber crops, and plants yielding edible fruits and fibre. Aromatic plants and spices, such as pepper and ginger , are cultivated on a large scale on the hilly tracts. Nedumangad taluk is one of the biggest centres for
1988-923: The Catholic Church (including the Latin Church , Syro-Malankara Catholic Church , the Syro-Malabar Catholic Church ), Pentecostal churches, the Church of South India , the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church , and the Mar Thoma Syrian Church . The Sunni Muslim community also forms a major division of the Muslim population of the district. TOTAL 100% 100% 100% Languages of Thiruvananthapuram district (2011) Malayalam
2059-799: The Kinfra Animation Park , is in the district. Thiruvananthapuram district has 2 central-sector, 14 state-sector, 1 co-operative-sector, 4 joint-sector, and 60 private-sector medium- and large-scale enterprises. As of 31 March 2003, Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation (KSIDC) units employed 9,262 people, and had invested Rs. 3439.4 million. In 2002, there were 901 registered working factories, including oil mills, cashew factories, Cotton mills , Sawmills , printing units , rubber industrial units, chemical units, match factories, general engineering units, and automobile workshops. The Shree Mulam Thirunal Shashtiabdapoorthy Memorial Institute (S.M.S.M. Institute) in Thiruvananthapuram city
2130-962: The Technopark , is an advanced film and animation production facility. Other major cultural events include the annual flower show in Thiruvananthapuram city, the Attukal Pongala , the Varkala Sivagiri pilgrimage in December, the Kaalioottu in Sarkara Devi Temple near Chirayinkeezh, the Navarathri festival at the Poojamandapam near Sri Padmanabha Swamy Temple, the Aaraat of Padmanabha Swamy Temple ,
2201-647: The Western Ghats , a wildlife sanctuary extends over an area of nearly 777 square kilometres (300 sq mi) around the Neyyar reservoir . The forest at the foot of the Kulathupuzha range is the habitat of rare species of snakes and lizards. Among characteristic mammals of the region are the Nilgiri langur , lion-tailed macaque , Nilgiri brown mongoose , and the Malabar civet . Carnivores include
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2272-477: The 20th century, Thiruvananthapuram witnessed a cultural renaissance. Kerala Varma Valiakoi Thampuran (1845–1914), who spent a major part of his life in Thiruvananthapuram, translated Kalidasa 's Abhijñānaśākuntalam into Malayalam, which earned him the title of Kerala Kalidasa . He is regarded as the father of modern Malayalam prose. The city is home to animation companies, including Toonz India Ltd and Tata Elxsi Ltd . The Kinfra Film and Video Park , near
2343-640: The Ayyappa temple. for the family deity, Sastha or Ayyapan. Velu Thampi Dalawa held meetings at Kilimanoor palace while planning uprisings against the British. He handed over his sword at the palace before going into his final battle against the British, and India's first President, Dr Rajendra Prasad received this sword from the palace and it was kept in the National Museum in Delhi . Afterwards
2414-584: The Cheras, Cholas , and the Pandyas . Present-day Thiruvananthapuram city, district, and Kanyakumari district , were ruled by the Ay dynasty during ancient and medieval ages, which was a Tamil kingdom based in the southernmost part of Indian Subcontinent. Ay kingdom had experienced attacks and conquests by Cholas and Pandyas in various periods. Later it became a part of Venad in late Middle Ages, which
2485-542: The Deshinganadu King, attacked Venad, an army from Kilimanoor resisted and then defeated them. Although a small victory, this was the first time an Indian army had defeated a European power. In 1753, in recognition of this feat, Marthanda Varma exempted the areas controlled by the Kilimanoor palace from taxes, and granted them autonomous status. The present palace complex was built at this time, together with
2556-528: The Erythraean Sea . It was an ancient port for foreign traders as per the historical documents. Varkala is located at 8°44′36″N 76°41′49″E / 8.7432986°N 76.6968401°E / 8.7432986; 76.6968401 . As per the Census 2011, the total Hindu population in Varkala municipality is 28,273 which is 70.6% of the total population. Also the total Muslim population in Varkala
2627-542: The Father of modern Travancore . In the early 18th century CE, the Travancore royal family adopted some members from the royal family of Kolathunadu (a long separated younger sister dynasty of Ay/Venad/Thiruvithamkur with whom they had the tradition of mutual adoption of heirs for centuries) based in Kannur . Thiruvananthapuram was known as a great center of intellectual and artistic activity at this time. Travancore became
2698-598: The Indian state of Kerala . In legends and myths related to Kerala, texts like the Kerala Mahatmyam describe the Varkala region as one of the sacred places of Kerala. Varkala is the only region in southern Kerala where cliffs are found adjacent to the Arabian Sea . These Cenozoic sedimentary formation cliffs are a unique geological feature on the otherwise flat Kerala coast, and are known among geologists as Varkala Formation . The cliffs have been declared
2769-582: The Miocene age is made up of limestone, and the Warkalli formation is made up of alternating beds of sand and shale exposed along the Varkala cliffs. Thin seams of lignite in the shale of the Warkalli formation suggest good vegetation at the time of deposition of the clay sediments. Varkala is a municipality in the Thiruvananthapuram District. Urban civic administration is overseen by the Varkala municipality or municipal council, while
2840-650: The Royal house of Venad . Ittammar Raja's sister and her sons, Rama Varma and Raghava Varma, settled in Kilimanoor and married the now adopted sisters. Marthanda Varma , the founder of the Kingdom of Travancore , was the son of Raghava Varma. The nephew of Raghava Varma, Ravi Varma Koil Thampuran, married the sister of Marthanda Varma. Their son became known as Dharma Raja Kartika Thirunnal Rama Varma. In 1740 when an allied force, led by Dutchman Captain Hockert supporting
2911-466: The State, since it is home to the first and largest IT park in India, Technopark , established in 1990. The district is home to more than 9% of total population of the state. The district covers an area of 2,192 square kilometres (541,655 acres). At the 2011 census, it had a population of 3,301,427, making it the second most populous district in Kerala after Malappuram district . Its population density
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2982-482: The bark of a tree) and it landed at this scenic village and hence, the place came to be known as Varkala. Narada told the pilgrims to pray for their redemption at Papanasam, which literally means redemption from sins. Varkala also holds the place in the ancient trade history, especially during the Shunga Dynasty . This place was known by the name of Balita in the ancient Greek manuscript called The Periplus of
3053-724: The celebrations. Panayara Triporittakkavu Bhagavathi Temple is one of the most famous Devi temples in Kerala. Meenabharani festival is the primary festival in Porittakkavu temple, celebrating the month of 'Meenam' (March/April) in the Malayalam calendar. Sarkara Devi Temple is an old temple situated near Varkala at Chirayinkeezhu. The temple is famous for the Kaliyoot festival on the Malayalam month of Kumbham (March). The Sree Saraswathy Temple, located in Venkulam, Edava,
3124-422: The cliff. The cliff and the beach include resorts, restaurants, and other shops. The black part of the sand on Varkala Beach contains thorium oxide, which is a radioactive substance. Thorium and thorium oxide and its isotopes are found all over Kerala and can be identified by their black colour. Sections of Varkala Beach (Papanasam Beach) are used by Indians to scatter the ashes of their cremated relatives into
3195-414: The cultivation and trade of pepper and other hill produce. A major portion of the district lies on the middle plain, where coconut, rice, tapioca, tuber crops, plantains , and vegetables are cultivated. The forests of the district abound in a variety of animals and birds, providing excellent wildlife habitats. Elephants, bison , monkeys , and rare reptiles are among the most prominent species. Nestled in
3266-568: The deity of the Hindu temple at the center of Thiruvananthapuram city. Anantha is another name of Vishnu, the deity of Sree Padmanabhaswamy temple . The district's official name in English was Trivandrum until 1991, when the government reinstated the city's original name, Thiruvananthapuram, in all languages. The city of Thiruvananthapuram features several landmarks with regards to ancient tradition, folklore, and literature. Several other locations in
3337-641: The district feature similar landmarks. The Chera dynasty governed the area of Malabar Coast between Kanyakumari in the south to Kasaragod in the north. This included Palakkad Gap , Coimbatore , Salem , and Kolli Hills . The region around Coimbatore served as the eastern entrance to the Palakkad Gap , the mountain pass that is the principal trade route between the Malabar Coast and Tamil Nadu . The southernmost region of present-day Malabar coast (the coastal belt between Kanyakumari and Kollam)
3408-498: The district is divided into two revenue divisions: Thiruvananthapuram and Nedumangad, each headed by a Revenue Divisional Officer (RDO) or Sub Collector, who is also the Sub Divisional Magistrate . The district is divided into two revenue divisions which together incorporate six Taluks , each of which is headed by a Tehsildar , within them. Thiruvananthapuram district is divided into 124 revenue villages for
3479-752: The district is operated by Southern Railway zone of Indian Railways . Thiruvananthapuram is connected to the rest of the country by broad gauge railway line. 82 km (51 mi) of railway line passes through the district. Thiruvananthapuram district currently has 20 stations, including Thiruvananthapuram Central railway station . Domestic and international airlines operate from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport , which has direct flights to many international cities, including Kuwait City , Dubai , Dammam , Singapore , Malé , Colombo , Sharjah , Muscat , Manama , Doha , Jeddah , and Abu Dhabi . Domestic flights link it with Chennai , Delhi , Mumbai , Hyderabad , Bangalore , and Kolkata . According to
3550-631: The ease and decentralisation of its revenue administration. They are further incorporated into 6 taluks as eludicated below. Thiruvananthapuram district sees a dynamic political landscape with major alliances led by the Communist Party of India (Marxist) and the Indian National Congress . The Left Democratic Front (LDF), led by CPI(M), and the United Democratic Front (UDF), led by Congress, dominate
3621-570: The end of the last century at Varkala beach (Papanasam), which was earlier famous for Vavu Beli, a Hindu custom performed at the beach. Another beach is at Tiruvambadi, one kilometre away and on the way to the old palace. An island called Ponnumthuruthu is close to Varkala and is also a tourist attraction. Many ayurvedic massage parlours line the promenade above the beach. Varkala Beach , or Papanasam Beach, offers opportunities for sunbathing, swimming and water sports opportunities. Special authentic Kerala style local food can also be experienced along
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#17327944196353692-467: The most dominant state in Kerala by defeating the powerful Zamorin of Kozhikode in the battle of Purakkad in 1755. The temple of Vishnu reclining on Anantha, the Sri Padmanabhaswamy temple , is the most recognizable and iconic landmark of the city and the district and dates back to the 16th century. In addition to the presiding deity of Padmanabha , this temple contains several shrines, dedicated to Krishna , Narasimha , Ganesha , and Ayyappa . It
3763-524: The north, covering a distance of 80 km (50 mi) within the district. The Main Central Road covers a distance of 55 km (34 mi), passing through Kesavadasapuram , Vembayam , Venjaramoodu , Kilimanoor , and Nilamel in the north. The Kerala Public Works Department maintains some 1,552 km (964 mi) of road in the district. Local bodies are responsible for the maintenance of 9,500 km (5,900 mi) of road. There are 116 bridges in Thiruvananthapuram District. Rail transport in
3834-547: The recommendations of the State Reorganization Commission, the Vilavancode subdistrict of Thiruvananthapuram was merged with Tamil Nadu , along with another three southern subdistricts, Thovala, Agastheewaram, and Kalkulam from Travancore which eventually formed Tamil Nadu's Kanyakumari district . The state of Kerala came into being on 1 November 1956. In 1705 ( ME 880) the son and two daughters of Ittammar Raja of Parappanad royal house (originally based at Parappanangadi in present-day Malappuram district ) were adopted into
3905-417: The region and holds a special place in the hearts of devotees who flock to seek blessings and solace from Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity. The Köppen-Geiger climate classification system classifies Varkala's climate as tropical monsoon . It has heavy rains during June–August due to a southwest monsoon. In summer, the temperature rises to a maximum of 32 °C (90 °F) and 31 °C (88 °F) in
3976-403: The rural civic administration is under the charge of the 7 panchayats of Edava , Elakamon, Vettoor , Madavoor, Navaikulam, Pallickal, and Chemmaruthy in Varkala Taluk. The Varkala municipality has 33 wards under it and also has 6 standing committees that take care of basic amenities such as water, sewage, roads, taxes, and other such city or local government functions. Varkala comes under
4047-421: The scene, alongside the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the Bharatiya Janata Party . In the 2019 General Election, both Thiruvananthapuram and Attingal parliamentary constituencies in the Thiruvananthapuram district were won by the Indian National Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF). In the 2021 Assembly Election, the Left Democratic Front (LDF) secured an impressive victory by winning 13 out of
4118-399: The sea coast about 32 kilometres (20 mi) north of Thiruvananthapuram city, with a view to erecting a factory and fortifying it. The location had earlier been frequented by the Dutch, then by the British. It was from here that the English gradually extended their diplomacy to other parts of Travancore . Modern history begins with Marthanda Varma (1729 CE–1758 CE), generally regarded as
4189-454: The sea. Despite this burial activity, the sea is popular with swimmers both local and foreign. Kappil Lake is about 4 kilometers (2.5 mi) north of Varkala Town. This serene estuary meanders through dense coconut groves before merging into the Arabian Sea . The bridge over the lake is a vantage point to view the backwater stretching white and grey to the distant blue horizon. Boating is another way to browse this waterway. Anjengo Fort
4260-408: The shores of the Arabian Sea on the west. Kollam district lies to the north, with the Tirunelveli and Kanyakumari districts of Tamil Nadu to the east and south respectively. The climate of Thiruvananthapuram district is generally hot and tropical . Large forest reserves have a favorable effect on the climate and induce rains. Cold weather is experienced in the mountain ranges . Lower down,
4331-1303: The state of Kerala. Peringammala shares its east boundary with Tamil Nadu. As of 2001 India census , Peringamala had a population of 21477 with 10361 males and 11116 females. The majority are tribal people and agriculture is the main occupation. 1. Name of Grama Panchayath : Peringammala 2. Village : Peringammala, Thennoor 3. Block Panchayath : Vamanapuram 4. Thalook : Nedumangadu 5. Legislative Mandalam : Vamanapuram 6. Parliament Mandalam : Attingal 7. District : Thiruvananthapuram 8. Breadth : 217.94km2 9. Boundaries 10. East : Ambasamudram(Tamil Nadu) 11. South : Vamanapuram River 12. West : T.S. Road 13. North : Ammayamblam Pacha (Kulathupuzha Reserve Forest) 14. Population : 39792 15. Female : 20688 16. Male : 19104 17. Tribal people population 18. Scheduled cast Sect : 6147 19. Male : 3041 20. Female : 3105 21. Scheduled Tribe Sect : 3289 22. Male : 1588 23. Female : 1701 24. Block Panchayath Divisions : 2, (Idinjar, Palode) 25. District Panchayath Division : 1, (Palode) Thiruvananthapuram district Thiruvananthapuram District ( IPA: [t̪iɾuʋɐnɐn̪d̪ɐpuɾɐm] )
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#17327944196354402-503: The sword was moved to the Napier Museum, Thiruvananthapuram. The district is located between 8°10′N 76°25′E / 8.17°N 76.41°E / 8.17; 76.41 and 8°32′N 77°10′E / 8.54°N 77.17°E / 8.54; 77.17 . The southernmost part of the city, Parassala , is just 54 kilometres (34 mi) away from the southern peninsular tip of India, Cape Comorin (Kanyakumari). The district stretches 78 kilometres (48 mi) along
4473-441: The temple. Sivagiri Mutt is a famous ashram in Varkala, founded by the philosopher and social reformer Sree Narayana Guru . Sree Narayana Guru's tomb is also located here. The samadhi (the final resting place) of the Guru attracts thousands of devotees every year during the Sivagiri pilgrimage, from December 30 to January 1. The Sivagiri Mutt, built in 1904, is situated at the top of the Sivagiri hill in Varkala. The Sivagiri Mutt
4544-401: The tiger, wild cat , jackal , leopard , and dhole (Indian wild dog). The Sloth bear , gaur , a few species of deer and elephants are also seen. Reptiles include snakes, lizards, crocodiles , and tortoises . There are some 75–80 species of snakes in this area of which some are highly venomous. Tourism is a major sector of Thiruvananthapuram's economy. A full range of tourist options
4615-493: The total 14 seats in the Thiruvananthapuram district. There are two Lok Sabha constituency in Thiruvananthapuram: Attingal and Thiruvananthapuram . There are 14 Kerala Legislative Assembly seats in Thiruvananthapuram district. The major towns in these district include: There are 4 municipal towns in the district. They are: National Highway 66 (formerly known as National Highway 47 ) stretches from Kaliyikkavila at its southern end to Navaikulam near Parippally in
4686-448: The total population depends on agriculture for its livelihood. Agricultural workers constitute 42% of the total labour class. Most of the workforce is engaged in low-income, low capital intensity occupations. Political and social awareness and the efforts of social, religious and cultural leaders have contributed to breaking down the traditional feudal order. Economic changes have also had an impact on community social life and attitudes. In
4757-460: The two monsoons. The total length of the main canal and its branches is 266 km (165 mi). The headquarters of the district administration is at Kudappanakunnu , Thiruvananthapuram. The district administration is headed by the District collector . He/She is assisted by five deputy collectors with responsibility for general matters, land acquisition, revenue recovery, land reforms, disaster management and elections. For revenue administration,
4828-407: The weather is bracing, and generally hot in the coastal regions. The mean maximum temperature is 95 °F (35 °C) and the mean minimum temperature is 69 °F (20 °C). As the district stretches from north to south, with the Arabian Sea to the west, the relative humidity is generally high. It rises to about 95% during the southwest monsoon . The total annual rainfall in the district
4899-414: Was built by King Marthanda Varma of the Travancore royal family in 1745, when he transferred the Travancore capital from Padmanabhapuram , now in neighbouring Kanyakumari District in Tamil Nadu . King Marthanda Varma began his reign as 'Sree Padmanabhadasa', the Servant of Sree Padmanabha. The vast temple complex, with its tall Gopuram decorated with detailed carvings reflected in a huge temple tank ,
4970-408: Was eventually expanded as the powerful kingdom of Travancore in 18th century CE. The Tamil -Dravidian kind of architecture is also found in Padmanabhaswamy temple, which makes it distinct from the architectural style of temples in Kerala in general. In 1684, during the regency of Umayamma Rani , the English East India Company acquired a sandy spit of land at Anchuthengu , near Varkala on
5041-402: Was ruled by the Ay dynasty , who were related to, and officially feudatories of the Cheras. The Ay Dynasty (later known as the Venad Dynasty and finally the Thiruvithamkur Dynasty), followed by the Nannan Dynasty (later known as the Mushika dynasty and finally the Kolathiri dynasty), were the two oldest and most important lineages of the Velir clan, who had very frequent intermarriages with
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