Kozhikode PIN Codes: 673001 to 673661 | Kerala

Key Facts

Kozhikode is a major city and district in the southwestern Indian state of Kerala, serving as both an urban center and administrative headquarters. Located along the Malabar Coast in northern Kerala, Kozhikode occupies a strategic position on the Arabian Sea, approximately 380 kilometers north of Kerala's capital city, Thiruvananthapuram. The district covers an area of about 2,344 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 3.1 million people according to recent census data. Historically known as Calicut, this region was a prominent trading hub for spices, particularly pepper, and was visited by explorers including Vasco da Gama in 1498, marking the beginning of European colonial presence in India. Kozhikode is administratively divided into 4 taluks (sub-districts): Kozhikode, Koyilandy, Thamarassery, and Vadakara, which are further subdivided into numerous villages and municipalities. The city itself is known for its cultural heritage, educational institutions, and as a center for the Malayalam film industry. For those seeking detailed postal code information and location data, Kozhikode's various neighborhoods, towns, and villages within these taluks can be accessed through comprehensive postal code directories.

Neighboring Regions

• Kannur
• Wayanad
• Malappuram