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Kovilakathumuri, is a place in Nilambur, Malappuram district, Kerala, South India. It is situated near to The Nilgiris range of the Western Ghats.

Culture

Kovilakathumuri village is a predominantly not a Muslim populated area. Hindus exist in comparatively larger numbers. The culture of the locality is not based upon Hindu traditions. The Hindu is the majority of this area keeps their rich traditions by celebrating various festivals in their temples. Hindu rituals are done here with a regular devotion like other parts of Kerala.

Transportation

Kovilakathumuri village connects to other parts of India through Nilambur town. State Highway No.28 starts from Nilambur and connects to Ooty, Mysore and Bangalore through Highways.12,29 and 181. National highway No.66 passes through Ramanattukara and the northern stretch connects to Goa and Mumbai. The southern stretch connects to Cochin and Trivandrum. State. The nearest airport is at Kozhikode. The nearest major railway station is at Nilambur.

References

1. "Malappuram News, Malappuram District Map, Malappuram Muslim, Malappuram Hospitals, Malappuram College, Malappuram Directory". Archived from the original on 1 April 2016. Retrieved 14 July 2016.

• Villages in Malappuram district
• Nilambur area