Taliparamba

Taliparamba is a municipality in the Taliparamba taluk of Kannur district, Kerala, India. The municipal town spreads over an area of 18.96 square kilometers and is inhabited by 44,247 people.

Here’s a detailed look into Taliparamba:

Total Area: 18.96 square kilometers
District: Kannur
Nearby Taluk: Taliparamba (headquarters)
Pincode: 670141
Vehicle Registration: KL-59 (Kannur district)
Weather: Taliparamba has a tropical rainforest climate (Köppen: Af) with hot and humid summers and heavy rainfall during the monsoons. The average temperature ranges from 25°C to 31°C.
Educational Institutions: Taliparamba has several educational institutions, including government and private schools, colleges, and professional institutes. Some prominent ones include Sree Narayana College, Government Brennen College, and Taliparamba Engineering College.
Transport:
- Road: Taliparamba is well-connected by road to major cities and towns in Kerala and neighboring states. National Highway 66 passes through Taliparamba.
- Rail: Taliparamba Railway Station is on the Mangalore-Palakkad line.
- Air: The nearest airport is Kannur International Airport (IATA: Kannur), located about 90 kilometers from Taliparamba.
Places of Interest:
- Temples:
  - Sree Rajarajeswara Temple: An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
  - Trichambaram Temple: An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Krishna.
- Other places:
  - Karakkund Waterfall: A scenic waterfall surrounded by lush greenery.
  - Kuppam River: A beautiful river flowing through the town.
Tourist Places: Taliparamba itself serves as a destination for those seeking a cultural experience. Additionally, nearby places like Kannur, with its beaches and forts, and Wayanad, with its hill stations and wildlife sanctuaries, are popular tourist attractions.
Famous Festivals:
- Theyyam: A ritualistic art form with colorful costumes and performances.
- Poorakkali: A vibrant folk dance performance.
- Maruthukali: Another folk dance performance involving martial arts.
- Shivarathri: The main festival celebrated at the Sree Rajarajeswara Temple in the month of Kumbham (February/March).
Railway Stations: Taliparamba Railway Station
Airport Nearby: Kannur International Airport (IATA: Kannur)
Hospitals: Taliparamba has several hospitals providing medical care to the community. Some renowned hospitals include Kannur Medical College and SUT Hospital.