Akampadam
| Akampadam | |
|---|---|
| village | |
|
Akampadam Bus Station | |
| Nickname(s): Nihal | |
| Coordinates: 11°6′0″N 76°19′0″E / 11.10000°N 76.31667°ECoordinates: 11°6′0″N 76°19′0″E / 11.10000°N 76.31667°E | |
| Country |
 India |
| State | Kerala |
| District | Malappuram |
| Population (2001) | |
| • Total | 15,758 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Malayalam, English |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| PIN | 679343 |
| Vehicle registration | KL-10 |
| Nearest city | Nilambur |
| Climate | Good (Köppen) |
Akampadam is a village in Malappuram district in the state of Kerala, India.[1]
Demographics
As of 2001 India census, Akampadam had a population of 15758 with 7616 males and 8142 females.[1]
Suburbs and Villages
- Mannupadam
- Akampadam
- Adayanpara
Important Landmarks
- St.Thomas Church, Idivanna
- St.Joseph Church, Moolepadam
- G.T.School, Valamthode
Culture
Akampadam village is a predominantly Muslim populated area. Hindus exist in comparatively smaller numbers. So the culture of the locality is based upon Muslim traditions. Duff Muttu, Kolkali and Aravanamuttu are common folk arts of this locality. There are many libraries attached to mosques giving a rich source of Islamic studies. Most of the books are written in Arabi-Malayalam which is a version of the Malayalam language written in Arabic script. People gather in mosques for the evening prayer and continue to sit there after the prayers discussing social and cultural issues. Business and family issues are also sorted out during these evening meetings. The Hindu minority of this area keeps their rich traditions by celebrating various festivals in their temples. Hindu rituals are done here with a regular devotion like other parts of Kerala.[2]
Transportation
Akampadam village connects to other parts of India through Nilambur town. State Highway No.28 starts from Nilambur and connects to Ooty, Mysore and Bangalore through Highways.12,29 and 181. National highway No.66 passes through Ramanattukara and the northern stretch connects to Goa and Mumbai. The southern stretch connects to Cochin and Trivandrum. State. The nearest airport is at Kozhikode. The nearest major railway station is at Feroke.
Terrorist Links
Some Islamic terrorist groups are connected with Athikkad village near Akampadam. Police are investigating their connection with Islamic State or I.S.Organization.[3]
References
- 1 2 "Census of India : Villages with population 5000 & above". Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. Archived from the original on 8 December 2008. Retrieved 2008-12-10.
- ↑ http://www.malappuram.net/art-and-culture.htm
- ↑ http://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/investigation-begins-into-athikkad-colony-in-nilambur-english-news-1.1197408