Karivellur (Payyannur)

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Karivellur is the north end Panchayat of Kannur district and is the border to Kasaragod district. Karivellur gave birth to many eminent personalities in the field of art, literature, politics etc. During Indian freedom movement, this small village gave immense contributions to it. This village was delared as the first Panchayat with 100% literacy in 'Akshara Keralam' programmme by Kerala Literacy Mission during year 1991.

By road, to the east of NH-17, 50 KM from Kannur Town.

Nearest Main Railway stations are Payyannur(15KM) and Cheruvathur(6Km).

Nearest International Airports are Manglore and Kozhikode.
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Coordinates:   12°10'44"N   75°12'3"E

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  • Karivellur-Peralam Granma Panchayath was declared as the first panchayath with 100% literacy in Akshsara Keralam programme by Kerala Literacy Mission during year 1991.
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