Kalanjoor facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kalanjoor
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Village
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Thrikkalanjoor Sree Mahadeva Temple
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 Kalanjoor
Location in Kerala
Kalanjoor
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| Country |  India |
| State | Kerala |
| District | Pathanamthitta |
| Government | |
| • Type | Panchayati raj (India) |
| • Body | Kalanjoor Grama Panchayat |
| Area | |
| • Total | 32.96 km2 (12.73 sq mi) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 16,075 |
| • Density | 487.71/km2 (1,263.17/sq mi) |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Malayalam, English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN |
689694
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| Telephone code | 04734 |
| Vehicle registration | KL-83 (Konni) |
| Lok Sabha constituency | Pathanamthitta |
| Vidhan Sabha constituency | Konni |
Kalanjoor is a village in the state of Kerala, India. It is located in the Pathanamthitta district, about 22 kilometers away from the district headquarters. Kalanjoor is part of the Konni Assembly and Pathanamthitta Lok Sabha areas. It also shares a border with the Kollam district.
The village has a mix of people from different religions. You will find Hindus, Christians (especially Syrian Christians), and Muslims living here. Kalanjoor is home to some famous landmarks. These include the Thrikkalanjoor Sree Mahadeva Temple and the St. George Valyapalli church. The temple is one of the biggest Shiva temples in the district. It is also an important stop for pilgrims going to Sabarimala. This is why Kalanjoor is sometimes called the "Southern Gateway of Sabarimala."
One of India's largest aqueducts also runs through Kalanjoor. This aqueduct is part of the Kallada Irrigation Project (KIP). Many people moved to this village because of the rubber plantations. A lot of people from Kalanjoor also work in other countries, mostly in the Middle East. The village also has a college, the College of Applied Science, which started in 2014.
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Education in Kalanjoor
Kalanjoor offers good educational opportunities for its residents.
Colleges
- College of Applied Sciences (I.H.R.D), Kalanjoor: This college is connected to the University of Kerala. It offers courses like Bachelor of Commerce with Computer Applications and Bachelor of Business Administration.
Schools
- GVHSS & GHSS Kalanjoor
- Govt. LP School Kalanjoor
- Vyasa Vidya Peethom Kalanjoor
Places to Explore
Kalanjoor has several interesting places to visit.
Saint George Orthodox Valiyapally
This church is a part of the Adoor Kadampanad Orthodox Diocese. It was opened by St. Gregorios of Parumala. It is the oldest church in the village.
Thrikalanjoor Mahadeva Temple
This is a very famous Hindu Shiva Temple in Kerala. It is located right in Kalanjoor.
Kudappara, Kalanjoor
Kudappara is a small Hindu temple located on top of a hill. It is a historic spot and a great place to enjoy the views. You can visit it in the morning or evening. It is about 800 meters from Kalanjoor Junction on the Kalanjoor - Padom road.
Kochu Kuttalam Waterfalls
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This is a beautiful, small waterfall. It is seasonal, meaning it flows mainly during the rainy season. It is located in Vazhapara, about 2 kilometers from Kalanjoor Junction on the Kalanjoor - Padom road.
