Which district is Alappuzha?
listen)), is one of the 14 districts in the state of Kerala in India. It was formed as Alleppey district on 17 August 1957, the name of the district being changed to Alappuzha in 1990, and is the smallest district in Kerala….
| Alappuzha district | |
|---|---|
| Country | India |
| State | Kerala |
| Headquarters | Alappuzha |
| Government |
How many cities are in Alappuzha district?
The following 24 pages are in this category, out of 24 total.
What is Alappuzha known for?
Alappuzha, famous for its boat races, beaches, marine products and coir industry, is a world renowned backwater tourist destination of India. Also well-known as the ‘Venice of the East’ because of network of canals and waterways, Alappuzha is a district of immense natural beauty. …
How many Taluks are there in Alappuzha district?
Taluks (6)
| Sl No. | Taluk | Phone number |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cherthala | 0478 281 3103 |
| 2 | Ambalapuzha | 0477 225 3771 |
| 3 | Kuttanad | 0477 270 2221 |
| 4 | Karthikapally | 0479 241 2797 |
What is the nickname of Alappuzha?
Venetian Capital
A town with canals, backwaters, beaches, and lagoons, Alappuzha was described by George Curzon, Viceroy of India at the start of the 20th century, as the “Venice of the East.” Hence, it is known as the “Venetian Capital” of Kerala.
Is Kollam a district?
Kollam (erstwhile Quilon) is a southern district of Kerala, located 70 km north of the state’s capital Thiruvananthapuram. It is flanked by the Arabian sea on the west, Tamil Nadu on the east, Alapuzha and Pathanamthitta districts on the north and Thiruvananthapuram district on the south.
Who is the smallest district in Kerala?
Mahe is the smallest district of India by size. The total area of Mahe district is surrounded by North Malabar of Kerala State. Three sides by Kannur District and one side by Kozhikode District….Mahe district.
| Mahe Mahé | |
|---|---|
| Union territory | Puducherry |
| Area | |
| • Total | 8.69 km2 (3.36 sq mi) |
| Population (2011) |
How many railway stations are there in Alappuzha district?
Stations in Alappuzha District
| Station Name | Station Code | No. of Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Alleppey | (ALLP) | 3 |
| Chengannur | (CNGR) | 3 |
| Shertalai | (SRTL) | 3 |
| Mavelikara | (MVLK) | 3 |
Is there any forest in Alappuzha?
About 15 acre of land belongs to forest department was declared as reserve forest by Kerala forest department in 2013. It is the only forest in Alappuzha District.
Who is the collector of Alappuzha?
DISTRICT COLLECTORS
| DISTRICT | NAME | PHONE OFFICE |
|---|---|---|
| ALAPPUZHA | SHRI. M. ALEXANDER IAS | 0477-2251720 |
| KOTTAYAM | SMT. DR. P. K. JAYASREE IAS | 0481-2562001 |
| IDUKKI | SMT. SHEEBA GEORGE IAS | 0486-2233103 |
| ERNAKULAM | SHRI. JAFAR MALIK IAS | 0484-2423001 |
Who is the founder of Alappuzha?
Raja Kesava Das
Raja Kesava Das, the then Diwan of Travancore who was known as the ‘Maker of modern Alleppey’ made Alappuzha a premier port town of Travancore. He constructed several roads and canals to improve communications and built warehouses.