Kottakkunnu, which translates to ‘the hill with a fort’, is a popular tourist attraction in Malappuram. The place gets its name from an old fort built by the Zamorins, the erstwhile rulers of Kozhikode.

Malappuram and their chieftain Para Nambi, ruled the area in early days. There are some renowned old temples in the district, which have archeological and architectural values.

Kattunayakans are distributed in Wayanad, Kozhikode, Malappuram and Palakkad Districts. They are also found in the neighbouring States of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. An overwhelming majority of the …

Geographical Area Malappuram is a hilly terraced tract. The innumerable streams that meander these hi. ls reach the coconut fringed and picturesque sea coast. The location of the district is 75' to 77' …

ial Profile of Malapuram District 1. Ge. ict 1.1 Location & Geographical Area Kasaragod District, has been formed by carving out Kasaragod and Hosdurg.

IEF HISTORY OF THE DISTRICT Malappuram was the military hea. quarters from ancient times. During the Sangam period Eranadan Malappura. was under the Chera Empire. The King of Mysore, …

The region of Malappuram is distinctive for the large concentration of Muslim population in the country. In India the population of Muslims is about 14% which is distributed across the country.