Maranchery
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PIN | 679581 |
Vehicle registration | KL-54 |
Website | www |
Maranchery is a census town within the circle of Ponnani taluk, Malappuram district, in the Indian state of Kerala.
Geography
This village is surrounded by the Biyyam Kaayal, a backwater associated with the Naranipuzha River, on one side and Veliankode village on the other. As of the 2001 Provisional Statistics, Maranchery has a geographic area of 20.47 km².[1] Kundukadavu Purangu Thamalassery, Maradi, Vadamukku, Panambadu, Parichakam and Mukkala are village areas under Maranchery Panchayat.
History
Maranchery was formerly home of the Azhvanchery Thamprakkal, now located in Athavanadu.
Notables
- E. Moidu Moulavi, Indian freedom fighter.
- TV Anupama IAS
Economy
It is a popular commercial center for Thaneer Panthal and Maranchery Chanda.
Politics
Marakkarakayil Moidutty (koolath) was the first president of Maranchery Panchayat.
Demographics
As per the 2011 India census report, Maranchery had a population of 35,011 with 16,041 males and 18,970 females.[1]
Culture
Maranchery's culture is heavily influenced by Muslim traditions, reflecting its Muslim majority.
Transport
Maranchery is served by
The nearest airport is at
The state highway crosses through Maranchery, allowing for comfortable road transportation.
The village of Maranchery connects to other parts of India through
Administration
Divided into 19 wards, Maranchery is administrated by gram panchayat, which is led by the gram panchayat president.
Wards in Maranchery Gram Panchayat
Amenities
Biyyam Kayal offers a placid, green-fringed backwater with a watersports facility. A boat race is conducted annually, especially during the Onam celebration. A permanent pavilion is available for spectators, and the lake hosts nearly two dozen country boats. Both men and women participate in the race.
During the monsoon, paddy fields are filled with water for four to six months. Many migratory birds and small creatures frequent them. These waterlogged paddy fields are called Kole lands in Kerala.
Kaakka Thuruthu (Crow Island) is a small island. It is a seasonal home for migratory birds. By the end of October, birds arrive. Some range to Siberia and Europe and from Himalayan regions, while some of the resident species come from Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. During April, they start departing. The best time for bird watching is between June and August. Forr migratory birds, the best time is November to February.[citation needed]
SEED Global School is situated at maranchery.
Maradi Padam is a good place for sightseeing.[citation needed].
References
- ^ a b Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. "Census of India 2011". Retrieved 7 March 2018.
- ^ "Art and Culture". Archived from the original on 1 April 2016. Retrieved 14 July 2016.