Government of Kerala
The Forest Central Library, housed within the Kerala Forest Department Headquarters at Vazhuthacaud, Thiruvananthapuram, was established in 1922 . This library serves as a valuable resource hub, catering to the general public, researchers, officials, and students. Designed to meet the needs of scholars and the public with interests in environmental science, ecology, forestry, wildlife, and related disciplines, it plays a pivotal role in promoting knowledge dissemination.
The library’s collection comprises approximately 28,000 books, including reference materials on forestry, botany, zoology, environmental science, agriculture, and management. It also houses administrative reports, research publications, census reports, and proceedings of historic legislative assemblies such as the Sree Moolam Popular Assembly, the Sree Chitra Thirunal Popular Assembly, and the Kerala Legislative Assembly. Read More
| Vision
Empowering minds, enriching knowledge: A beacon of learning excellence. |
Mission
To cultivate a dynamic and inclusive learning environment, fostering intellectual curiosity, and promoting lifelong learning. |
Library Sections and Facilities
| Learner’s Hub (Stack Room)
The stack room serves as the core of the library’s collection, housing the majority of its books. The books are systematically organized based on a well-defined classification system, ensuring easy access and efficient management. The stack room is divided into Greeshmam, Vasantham, Hemantham and Shishiram |
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Chandanathanal (Reference Section & Reading room)
The reference section of the library offers a curated collection of books designed to provide quick and reliable information for users. |
| Malarvadi (Children’s Section)
The children’s section is a dedicated space in the library where young readers can explore new worlds, discover diverse cultures, and nurture their imagination through engaging books and resources. |
Literature Section
The literature section of the library is a haven for book lovers and literary enthusiasts, featuring a diverse collection that spans classic novels, contemporary bestsellers, poetry, drama, and much more. |
| Greenvalley Garden library
A place where the whispers of the wind and the rustling of leaves are transformed into words, offering a serene setting where you can immerse yourself in reading amidst the beauty of nature. |
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Heritage Lounge
The lounge is an exclusive, premium space designed to provide a comfortable and sophisticated environment for our distinguished guests.
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| Ellora Archives (Heritage Area)
A heritage area in a library houses a collection of rare books, manuscripts, maps, photographs, and other historical artifacts. Combining a heritage area with e-learning in a library creates a powerful and engaging space. It can be used for group work and discussions. |
Library information and services
| Membership
Forest Officials: This category includes officials of the Forest Department. Research Scholars: Individuals registered for Ph.D. programs or engaged in approved project work. Students/ General Public: Includes college students, school students, and children. Public will be granted entry, with special permission from the officer in charge of the library. |
Library automation
The Forest Central Library utilizes Koha, an advanced and user-friendly library management software, to efficiently manage its collection. The software facilitates systematic cataloging, with book records and associated details stored in a centralized database. Koha also supports powerful keyword-based searches, enabling quick and convenient access to information for users.
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Sections of Library
Circulation, Acquisition, Technical and Reference sections are the four sections in this library |
| RFID (Radio Frequency Identification)
RFID technology leverages radio waves to automatically identify and track library materials, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in library operations. |
Kiosk
A library kiosk is a self-service station that allows users to independently access various library services and searching the catalogue. |
Other services
Services such as providing photocopies of relevant pages from books or periodicals on a payment basis, café facility etc. are being provided |
| Anti-Theft Systems
RFID tags are integrated with security gates to deter theft. |
Working hours
The library works from 10:15 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. on all working days. |
| For more details please contact | The Librarian Forest Central Library Forest Headquarters Vazhuthacaud Thiruvananthapuram-14 Phone: 0471- 2529368 |