Vellaramkunnu is a village 10 km (6 mi) from Thekkady, Kerala, India.
Vellaramkunnu | |
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village | |
Coordinates: 9°38′42″N 77°08′44″E / 9.6449600°N 77.1454400°E | |
Country | India |
State | Kerala |
District | Idukki |
Population (2001) | |
• Total | 6,870 |
Languages | |
• Official | Malayalam, English |
Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
Vehicle registration | KL-37 |
Economy
editThe majority of residents are farmers, growing crops such as cardamom, pepper, coffee and tea.[citation needed]
Education
editSt Marys HSS is the regional school.
History
editThe old name of this village was Moongithozhu as evident from the veterinary dispensary situated in this place, known as veterinary dispensary, Moongithozhu.
Suburbs
editVellaramkunnu serves as a hub for the nearby villages Pathumury, Dymock, Anakkuzhy, Chenkara, and Moonkilar.