GEOGRAPHY
The geography of Kadakkal Grama Panchayat clearly reflects the rural character of the central and southern regions of Kerala. Kadakkal has a unique landscape consisting of natural beauty, agricultural wealth, small hills, plain land and rain-fed water resources.
The Geographical Location
Kadakkal comes under Kollam district of Kerala State. It is known as one of the major inland areas between Thiruvananthapuram city and Kollam city. Shopping is a very important center of transportation, as it passes the state highway SH-64.
Latitude-Longitude: Approximately 8.83 ° N, 76.92 ° E
An area of moderate elevation above sea level
Land under the influence of the Western Ghats
Borders and adjoining Panchayats
There are various Grama Panchayats around Kadakkal Panchayat:
North-Ittiva Panchayat
East - Chithara Panchayat
West-Nilamel Panchayat
South-Kummil Panchayat
Nearby areas - Chadayamangalam, Anchal, Madathara etc.
The trade and social relations between these regions have made Katakal a regional hub.
Land and terrain
The area of Kadakkal grama panchayat is about 48.9 sq km.
Found in the landscape here:
Small hills and low hills
Plain lands
Paddy and coconut plantations
Red laterite soil
Rivers and canals
The composition of the soil is very suitable for cultivation. This geography is particularly helpful for crops such as rubber, pepper, areca nut, coconut and kapha.
The climate
Kadakkal experiences tropical monsoon climate.
Summer time
From March to May it's hot.
Humidity will be felt at higher levels
rainy season
Southwest monsoon rains are important.
There is heavy rainfall from June to September.
Annual rainfall boosts agriculture sector
Winter
It is cold from December to February.
Some meteorological studies indicate that the increase in temperature in the eastern Kollam regions has been noticeable in recent times.
Water and Natural Resources
In the shopping area:
There are many ponds and water bodies.
Rain-fed groundwater resources are found
Small streams help in irrigating agriculture
As the area is rich in greenery and bio-diversity, environment conservation activities are one of the main objectives of the panchayat.
Agricultural Geography
Agriculture is the mainstay of the economy. Geographical features help agriculture a lot.
The main crops:
Rubber
coconut
Pepper
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banana
Kadakkal Chantha is an important trading centre for agricultural products.
Environment and Biodiversity
Small forest areas
Animals and birds
Rain-fed greenery
Rural biodiversity
Waste management and sanitation activities have been strengthened through green panchayat schemes.
The human geography
It is a rural-urban area.
There are high-density areas
Educational institutions are widespread.
It is famous for its religious harmony and social harmony.
The economy consists of trade and agriculture.
The geography of tourism
There are several tourist attractions in the vicinity of Kadakkal:
Kadakkal Devi Temple
Kottakkal Cave Temple
Jadayu rock
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