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Coordinates: 11°14′18″N 76°0′25″E / 11.23833°N 76.00694°E / 11.23833; 76.00694
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Vavoor
Village
Vavoor is located in Kerala
Vavoor
Vavoor
Location in Kerala, India
Vavoor is located in India
Vavoor
Vavoor
Vavoor (India)
Coordinates: 11°14′18″N 76°0′25″E / 11.23833°N 76.00694°E / 11.23833; 76.00694
CountryIndia
StateKerala
DistrictMalappuram
PanchayatCheekode
Ward no :3
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)

Vavoor is a village located approximately 5 kilometers from Areekode on the Edavannappara route, within the Cheekode Grama Panchayat of Malappuram district, Kerala, India.

Geography

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Vavoor is situated near the Chaliyar River, which supports the region's agriculture and contributes to its scenic landscape. The area features lush greenery, undulating hills, and fertile plains.

Administration

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Vavoor falls under Ward Number 3 of the Cheekode Grama Panchayat.

Education

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The village hosts educational institutions including:

  • GLPS Parappurathu Paramba – Government Lower Primary School serving early grade students from the nearby communities.[1]
  • Vavoor Anganwadi – A government-run childcare center providing pre-primary education and nutrition for local children.[2]


Religion

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Vavoor is home to diverse religious sites:

  • Vavoor Town Juma Masjid – A prominent mosque located on the Kavanakkallu-Areekode Road, serving the local Muslim community.[3]
  • Alungaparambil Masjid – A mosque situated near the Vavoor Town Juma Masjid, contributing to the village's Islamic heritage.[4]
  • Sree Pazhedath Mahasiva Temple – A Hindu temple located approximately 440 meters southwest of the Vavoor Town, dedicated to Lord Shiva.[5]
  • Govindapuram Sri Bhagavathi Gurumuthappan Temple – A Hindu temple situated about 530 meters southwest of the Vavoor Town, dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathi and Gurumuthappan.[6]

Connectivity

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Vavoor is well-connected by road, with regular bus services linking it to nearby towns like Areekode and Edavannappara. The nearest major railway station is at Kozhikode, and the closest airport is Calicut International Airport (Karipur), facilitating travel to and from the village.

Tourism

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The village's picturesque environment, characterized by its proximity to the Chaliyar River and surrounding hills, offers potential for eco-tourism and nature-based activities. Notable nearby attractions include:

  • Nellithadayi Hill View – A scenic hilltop location offering expansive views of the surrounding terrain, making it ideal for photography, trekking, and nature lovers.[7]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "GLPS Parappurathu Paramba". Google Maps.
  2. ^ "Vavoor Anganwadi". Google Maps.
  3. ^ "Vavoor Town Juma Masjid". Google Maps.
  4. ^ "Alungaparambil Masjid". Google Maps.
  5. ^ "Sree Pazhedath Mahasiva Temple". Google Maps.
  6. ^ "Govindapuram Sree Krishna Temple – Poonkudi". Google Maps.
  7. ^ "Nellithadayi Hill View". Google Maps.