Kerala, snuggled along India’s scenic Arabian Coast, unfolds as a medley of biodiversity, adorned with a nearly 600 km-long Arabian Sea shoreline and the verdant expanse of the Western Ghats. This southwestern state is renowned for its coconut tree-lined beaches and silver lace-like backwaters. Covering close to 29 % of its landmass in dense forests, …
Kerala is celebrated for its high literacy rate. The state’s commitment to education is reflected in the continuous improvement in literacy rates across all districts. Notably, Kerala’s sex ratio is 1084 females to 1000 males, higher than the national average. This portrays a positive trend, indicating a healthier demographic outlook. The Total Fertility Rate, as …
Kerala, located on the windward side of the Western Ghats, receives an average annual rainfall of about 3000 mm, with higher altitudes like Wayanad and Idukki witnessing up to 5000 mm during monsoons. The state experiences varied temperatures: 23°C at elevations below 700 m, 16–23°C at 700–1400 m, and around 13.5–16°C above 1400 m, where …
The State of Kerala is a narrow strip of land, tucked away in the southwest corner of India. Known as “Keralam” in local parlance, the name reflects the abundance of coconuts in the region, with ‘Kera’ meaning coconut and ‘alam’ signifying land. Though it covers only 1.18% of the total area of India, it supports …
Government of Kerala
