Generated from the Malyalam word
“Thrissivaperur” meaning the holy place of Lord Shiva. In the early days Thrissur was also known as
"Vrishabhadripuram" and
"Ten Kailasam".
Thrissur has played a significant role in the history of Kerala and that of South India. The early history dates back to the period of Cheras of the Sangam Age, who had their dominance over the large area of Kerala having their capital at Vanchi. The whole area of present district of Thrissur came under the Chera Empire. The region was one of the major trade centres of Kerala and encouraged trade relations within the region and with the other countries of the world also.
The period between the 9th to 12th century belonged to Kulasekharas of Mahodayapuram after them the history reveals the growth of the empire of Perumpadappu Swarupam. During his reign the Perumpadappu Swarupam had established his capital at different places of the region.
As the result of significant contributions to the history of Thrissur by the ruler of Perumpadappu Swarupam their period of called as era of Pudu Vaipu Era.
The period between 14th and 15th century witnessed the aggressive wars in which the Zamorins captured the large portion of the Thrissur district. In the coming centuries the region was dominated by the Portuguese. However, by the beginning of the 17th century the Portuguese power came to demolish. The main reason for the decline of Portuguese was the emergence of Dutch and English rulers on the political scene of the regional politics. The Internal powers of Perumpadappu Swarupam helped the Dutch powers to settle their dominance in the region.
During the period of India’s struggle for freedom the district of Thrissur also played a significant role in the freedom movement. The quit India Movement started in 1942 had its impact in the district. With the outcome of various major leaders from Jail in 1943 the Cochin Praja Mandal started its activities more frequently. It was the result of its activeness that in the state legislature elections held in 1945 it gained 12 seats out of 19 seats. In its annual conference held at Ernakulum in 1946 the members of Praja Mandal decided to start a movement through out the nation for the establishment of a responsible government.
As the result of this resolution public meeting and demonstrations were organized all over the state, asking for terminating the Dewan’s rule and demanding the handover of political powers to the elected members of the assembly. As the result of this the Maharaja of Cochin on August 1946 announced a decision of transferring all the departments to the state government except law and order of Finance department to the elected members of the legislature assembly.
The decision of Maharaja was welcomed by all the members of the assembly and thus with the cooperation of the other parties the first cabinet of Cochin was constituted consisting the Panampilly Govinda Menon, C.R.Iyyunni, K.Ayyappan and T.K.Nair as its acting members. With the linguistic reorganization of States in India, in November 1956 the Kerala State came into existence.
Statistical Data and Facts about Thrissur
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Area
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3032
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Population
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2,975,440
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Males
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1,422,047
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Females
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1,553,393
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Sex ratio : Females/1000
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1092
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Density of Population
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981
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Per Capita Income (in Rs)
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21362
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Literacy rate
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92.56%; Male 95.47%; Female 89.94%
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Coastal line in km.
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54
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Water bodied area in ha.
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5,573
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Forest area in ha.
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103619
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Assembly Constituencies
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1. Olloor
2. Guruvayoor
3. Chalakkudi
4. Cherppe
5. Nattika
6. Kunnamkulam
7. Iringalakkuda
8. Vadakkancheri
9. Manaloor
10. Kodungalloor
11. Chelakkara
12. Kodakara
13. Mala
14. Thrissur
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Geography: The total Geographical area of the district is 3032 sq.kms. The major portion of eastern and northern borders are surrounded by the Palakkad district, some portion of east is also covered by the Coimbatore district of the neighbor state Tamil Nadu, south by Ernakulum and Idukki and the west by Arabian Sea.
Tourist Places: The major tourist destinations are mentioned below:
Athirapilly Water Falls (63 Kms from Thrissur): Athirappilly Falls is a part of Chalakudy river .Athirappilly is easily reachable from Chalakudy by taking a vehicle for rent or by bus from the Chalakudy private bus terminal.
Punnathur Kotta: Renowned as largest elephant park in the world with almost 60 elephants. All of them are donated by the devotees of Guruvayurappan. One can fine the elephants of all ages in this park from young to mature elephants.
Museum and Zoo: The major attraction of this zoo is variety of animals. The zoo is open on all working days except Monday. Photography in the Museum is allowed with the prior permission from the Director or Superintend of the zoo. However it is permissible only after the payment of necessary fees by the users.
Chavakkad Beach: Recognized as one of the best beaches of the western coast this sea shore still holds its natural beauty untouched by modernization and surrounded by the huge fleet of coconut trees.
Apart from this there is huge fleet of tourist destinations suitable from the tourism point of view for the tourists.
Connectivity: The nearest airport is at Nedumbassery, 58 kms away. There is a main railway station in Thrissur town. It is well connected with almost all the major towns and cities of India. For local transport there are buses, taxis and auto rickshaws also available.
The KSRTC bus station, near the railway station operates long distance and inter-state services. Sakthan Thampuran bus stand is 1 km away from town. The north bus stand is in the heart of the town.
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