Malappuram, literally means a terraced place atop hills, is the land famous for
Kerala's cultural tradition. Kottakkal, the cradle of
Ayurveda, Thunchan parambu, birth place of Thunchathu Ezhuthachan,
Tirunavai, historic place where the Mamamkam festivals were held and the
Jama-at Mosque of Veliancode are in this district.Malappuram SSA is segmented into Short Distance Charging Areas(SDCA) like Nilambur, Manjeri, Perinthalmanna, and Tirur. |