Palakkad Postal Codes, Kerala India
Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Palakkad, located in Kerala, India. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Palakkad to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.
Sub-districts in Palakkad
Sample Address Format for Palakkad
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Palakkad, Kerala,
INDIA
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Palakkad on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Palakkad districts in India. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
Palakkad Quick Facts
| Country | India (IN) |
|---|---|
| State | Kerala |
| Postal Code Status | Official Codes in Use |
What to Know About Palakkad
Key Facts
Palakkad is a district located in the southern Indian state of Kerala, positioned in the northeastern part of the state along the Western Ghats mountain range. This strategically important district serves as the primary gateway between Kerala and neighboring Tamil Nadu, characterized by the prominent Palakkad Gap in the Western Ghats that facilitates connectivity between the two states. With an approximate population of 2.95 million people spread across its 4,480 square kilometer area, Palakkad is known as the 'Granary of Kerala' due to its extensive paddy fields and agricultural productivity. The district is administratively divided into 6 taluks (sub-districts) - Palakkad, Alathur, Chittur, Mannarkkad, Ottapalam, and Pattambi - which are further subdivided into 157 villages. Palakkad's unique topography includes both mountainous terrain in the east and fertile plains in the west, creating diverse ecological zones that support various agricultural activities including rice cultivation, sugarcane farming, and coconut plantations. The district's cultural landscape reflects its geographical position as a transition zone between Kerala and Tamil Nadu, evident in its bilingual population and mixed architectural styles. For comprehensive postal code information covering all municipalities, towns, and villages within Palakkad district's administrative subdivisions, detailed locality-specific data is readily accessible.
Neighboring Regions
* Thrissur
* Malappuram
* Coimbatore
* Nilgiris
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