Nadapuram
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Nadapuram | ||
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Town | ||
Vidhan Sabha constituency Nadapuram | | |
Lok Sabha constituency | Vatakara | |
Website | www |
Nadapuram is a
History
In the past, Nadapuram was the place which lies in between Kuttipuram Kovilakam and Kadathanad palace. The derivation of the name Nadapuram is widely known through 2 names like Nagapuram and Nadapuram (land of Music). Nadapuram is the place which is well known as part of the ballad of Kadathanad and is known all over Kerala. This land witnessed the padayottam of Thacholi Othenan and Unniyarcha in olden times.[2] Art forms like Dafmuttu, Aravanamuttu, Poorakkali and Kolkkali were nourished in this place.
In his book "Malayala Rajyam Charithrathodu Chernna Bhoomisathram" Hermen Gundert states about Nadapuram as the place which is two miles north east to Kuttipuram and there is a Mazjid and a market mainly concentrated on the pepper business.
Kuttipuram was part of the famous Kurumbanad Taluk and was famous for its martial arts. Now the remnant of Kuttipuram Kovilakam is only a pond with dilapidated pavement and covered with waterweed. Unniyarcha defeated ‘Jonakans’ using a wet cloth dipped in this pond.[3]
In the older times Nadapuram was well known for its secular nature and was famous as a centre for Islamic teaching. Significant marks for its secularism can be noted from this place like Kallachi where the Kallachi Avolam road is named in the name of the Great ruler Tipu Sulthan.
Nadapuram has also the awaking as part of National movement. The urge for freedom made a group of people led by Sri. Appukurup to try to make an explosion at the Nadapuram Munsif court using bomb which was under the then British rulers. The Nadapuram Munsif court was formed in the year 1910 Nadapuram has a lot of freedom fighting saga by donating its freedom warriors like Sri Rairukurup, P Krishinan Nambiar, Edavalath Kanaran master and Chingonth Kunhiraman Nair for the fight they had made for their country and made their land proud.[4]
Demographics
As of 2011 India census, Nadapuram has a population of 40,230.[
Economy
Most of the people are working outside India, particularly in the Persian Gulf area. The main income of the locality is based on these NRIs. Nadapuram is greatly influenced by the luxuries of Gulf regions. One can find magnificent houses with modern facilities, which reflect the wealth of the local people.
Politics
Nadapuram grama panchayath is strong hold of Muslim league(IUML).it is a part of Nadapuram assembly constituency&
Constituency | Name of Constituency | Leader | Party |
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Parliament | Vadakara | Sri. K. Muraleedharan | INC |
Assembly | Nadapuram | Sri. E. K. Vijayan | CPI |
Panchayat | Nadapuram | Sri. V V Muhammadali | IUML |
Nadapuram Assembly Constituency
E K Vijayan is the MLA of Nadapuram. In the 2016 Assembly elections he defeated Adv. Praveen Kumar, of INC at a margin of 4759 votes. The present MP (member of parliament) Binoy Viswam represented Nadapuram constituency in 2001 & 2006.
History of Nadapuram Assembly Constituency[7]
2021 | E. K. Vijayan | CPI | Praveenkumar | INC |
2016 | E. K. Vijayan | CPI | Praveenkumar | INC |
2011 | E. K. Vijayan | CPI | V.M.Chandran | INC |
2006 | Binoy Viswam | CPI | M Veerankutty | INC |
2001 | Binoy Viswam | CPI | K.P.Rajan | INC |
1996 | Sathyan Mokeri | CPI | Abu K.C. | INC |
1991 | Sathyan Mokeri | CPI | P. Shaduli | MUL |
1987 | Sathyan Mokeri | CPI | N.P. Moideen | INC |
1982 | K . T. Kanaran | CPI | M. T. Padma | INC |
1980 | K . T. Kanaran | CPI | K. G. Adiyodi | INC(I) |
1977 | Kandalottu Kunhambu | CPI | E. V. Kumaran | CPM |
1970 | M. Kumaran Master | CPI | E. V. Kumaran | CPM |
1967 | E.V.Kumaran | CPM | P.Balakrishnan | INC |
1965 | C.H. Kanaran | CPM | K.P. Padmanabhan | INC |
1960 | Hameed Ali Shemnad | ML | C. H. Kanaran | CPI |
1957 | C.H. Kanaran | CPI | Kunhammad Haji V. K. | INC |
Geography
Nadapuram is located at 11°41′N 75°39′E / 11.68°N 75.65°E.
Landmarks
Nadapuram Masjid, This Mosque played an important role in the history of Nadapuram, as it nourishes the tradition and culture for over 100 years. In the present time also this mosque is an important landmark to Nadapuram. Nadapuram also has Judicial First Class Magistrate Court & Munsiff Court, the office of the
Law and order
The town comes under the jurisdiction of the Nadapuram police station, which was opened before the year 1910, which is known from the locals. The correct date of opening and Govt. notification is not available. The station has the jurisdiction over the panchayaths of Nadapuram, Thuneri, Purameri and parts of Edacheri, and Ayancheri.[2]
The border police stations are headquartered at
Nadapuram is also headquarters of one among the four subdivisions of Kozhikode Rural District Police. The police stations at Nadapuram, Valayam, Kuttiady, and Thottilpalam comes under jurisdiction of Nadapuram subdivision of district police. Nadapuram Traffic unit & Control room also come under the Subdivision.
Jurisdictional courts of Nadapuram Station
- Judicial First Class Magistrate Court Nadapuram
- Munsiff Court Nadapuram[9]
- Pocso Fast Track Special Court Nadapuram [10]
Transportation
Road
Nadapuram town is 63 km away from
- Regular bus services serve .
Railway
There is no direct railway line that connects Nadapuram with other cities. Nearest stations are at Vatakara(16 kilometres), Nadapuram Road (11 kilometres) and Mahe (18 kilometres). Nadapuram can reach Vatakara or Nadapuram Road by train and then proceed by road through Orkkatteri & Edacheri.
Air
The air gateway to Nadapuram is the
Educational organizations
There are many schools in Nadapuram including state syllabus and CBSE syllabus. Nadapuram town and bus stand can be found crowded with school/college students. The list of schools can be found in Educational institutions in Vatakara. In May 2014 a prestigious indoor stadium is inaugurated at Nadapuram.[13]
Climate
Nadapuram has a
Climate data for Nadapuram | |||||||||||||
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Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 31.6 (88.9) |
32.1 (89.8) |
33.1 (91.6) |
33.4 (92.1) |
32.8 (91.0) |
29.6 (85.3) |
28.3 (82.9) |
28.8 (83.8) |
29.5 (85.1) |
30.3 (86.5) |
31.0 (87.8) |
31.3 (88.3) |
31.0 (87.8) |
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 21.6 (70.9) |
22.8 (73.0) |
24.4 (75.9) |
25.7 (78.3) |
25.5 (77.9) |
23.8 (74.8) |
23.2 (73.8) |
23.5 (74.3) |
23.5 (74.3) |
23.6 (74.5) |
23.1 (73.6) |
21.8 (71.2) |
23.5 (74.4) |
Average rainfall mm (inches) | 4 (0.2) |
4 (0.2) |
18 (0.7) |
88 (3.5) |
305 (12.0) |
907 (35.7) |
1,115 (43.9) |
561 (22.1) |
284 (11.2) |
267 (10.5) |
121 (4.8) |
23 (0.9) |
3,697 (145.7) |
Source: Climate-Data.org[15] |
In popular culture
The song "Naadapuram Palliyile" from the 1978 Indian Malayalam-language historical drama film Thacholi Ambu is well known all over Kerala. The music was composed by K. Raghavan and the lyrics were written by Yusufali Kechery. Famous writer Akbar Kakkattil wrote a book named "Nadapuram which is a collection of 16 short stories.[16]
Notable people
- A.K. Balan, Minister of Kerala[17][circular reference]
- Gani Nigam, Indian Footballer[18][circular reference]
- Abdulla Aboobacker, Indian Athlete[19][circular reference]
- A. Pradeepkumar, Former MLA[20][circular reference]
- Sarjano Khalid,Film Actor[21][circular reference]
See also
- Vatakara
- Thalassery
- Mahe river
- kallachi
- Unniyarcha
References
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- ^ "38.0 Km | Distance from Nadapuram Bus Stand to Kannur International Airport | CityMeter.net". Archived from the original on 16 January 2021. Retrieved 13 January 2021.
- ^ "88 Km - Distance from calicut airport to nadapuram". Distancesfrom.com. Archived from the original on 15 January 2021. Retrieved 25 December 2021.
- ^ Mushthari, Jabir (7 June 2014). "Stadium, a smashing hit at Nadapuram". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 12 June 2014. Retrieved 10 April 2019.
- ^ "Nadapuram climate: Average Temperature, weather by month, Wonju weather averages - Climate-Data.org". en.climate-data.org. Archived from the original on 25 December 2021. Retrieved 25 December 2021.
- ^ "Climate: Nadapuram". En.climate-data.org. Archived from the original on 6 May 2020. Retrieved 1 August 2017.
- ^ "Nadapuram @". Indulekha.com. Archived from the original on 29 August 2021. Retrieved 25 December 2021.
- ^ A. K. Balan
- ^ Gani Nigam
- ^ Abdulla Aboobacker
- ^ A. Pradeepkumar
- ^ Sarjano Khalid
External links
- Media related to Nadapuram at Wikimedia Commons