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	'''Uzhavoor''' is an expanding town in [[Kottayam district]], [[Kerala]] in [[India]]. It is just 32 km away from the administrative capital Kottayam District. Most of its residents are either wealthy farmers or businessmen . Many of the houses belong to [[Non-resident Indian and person of Indian origin\|NRIs]]. The tenth [[President of India]], [[K. R. Narayanan]], was born and brought up in this village.<ref name="auto">http://www.uzhavoor.com/ About Uzhavoor, p.1</ref> The newly expanded road which connects the city of [[Pala, Kerala\|Pala]] and other ~~famous~~ destinations such as [[Sabarimala]] to the city of [[Muvattupuzha]] passes through Uzhavoor.<ref name="auto"/> The town is 177 km from the state capital [[Thiruvananthapuram]].		'''Uzhavoor''' is an expanding town in [[Kottayam district]], [[Kerala]] in [[India]]. It is just 32 km away from the administrative capital Kottayam District. Most of its residents are either wealthy farmers or businessmen . Many of the houses belong to [[Non-resident Indian and person of Indian origin\|NRIs]]. The tenth [[President of India]], [[K. R. Narayanan]], was born and brought up in this village.<ref name="auto">http://www.uzhavoor.com/ About Uzhavoor, p.1</ref> The newly expanded road which connects the city of [[Pala, Kerala\|Pala]] and other destinations such as [[Sabarimala]] to the city of [[Muvattupuzha]] passes through Uzhavoor.<ref name="auto"/> The town is 177 km from the state capital [[Thiruvananthapuram]].

	== Etymology ==		== Etymology ==

	Since the area was ~~famous~~ for its agricultural practices, it is believed that the name ''Uzhavoor'' came from two Malayalam words ''Uzhavu'' (Ploughing or a word related to agricultural practices) and ''Ooru'' (Place or Region). When translated, it means ''The Land of Agriculture''.		Since the area was known for its agricultural practices, it is believed that the name ''Uzhavoor'' came from two Malayalam words ''Uzhavu'' (Ploughing or a word related to agricultural practices) and ''Ooru'' (Place or Region). When translated, it means ''The Land of Agriculture''.

	== Geography ==		== Geography ==

	Uzhavoor is a village located in the [[Kottayam]] District of [[Kerala]].<ref name="auto1">http://parliamentofindia.nic.in/ls/lok10/mp469.htm K R Narayan, p.1</ref>		Uzhavoor is a village located in the [[Kottayam]] District of [[Kerala]].<ref name="auto1">http://parliamentofindia.nic.in/ls/lok10/mp469.htm K R Narayan, p.1</ref>
	Uzhavoor is located about 6 km from Kudakkachira, 7 km from [[Kurichithanam]], 6 km from [[Monippally\|Monipilly]], 7 km from Kurianad and 15 km from [[Pala, Kerala\|Pala]] Uzhavoor is ~~famous~~ for its St. Stephen's Church, St. Stephen's College, and the Capuchin Monastery.<ref name="auto1"/> Uzhavoor belongs to the [[Kaduthuruthy]] constituency.<ref name="auto"/> The area is filled with rubber trees, jack fruit trees, mango trees and coconut trees. Uzhavoor is surrounded by small places like Edakkoly<!--[[Edakkal]]?-->, Poovathumkal<!--[[Pothukal]]?-->, Melareekara and Pius Mount. A place called ~~'''~~"Anakkallumala"~~'''~~ meaning "Mountain shaped like an elephant" is a site with a fabulous view.		Uzhavoor is located about 6 km from Kudakkachira, 7 km from [[Kurichithanam]], 6 km from [[Monippally\|Monipilly]], 7 km from Kurianad and 15 km from [[Pala, Kerala\|Pala]] Uzhavoor is known for its St. Stephen's Church, St. Stephen's College, and the Capuchin Monastery.<ref name="auto1"/> Uzhavoor belongs to the [[Kaduthuruthy]] constituency.<ref name="auto"/> The area is filled with rubber trees, jack fruit trees, mango trees and coconut trees. Uzhavoor is surrounded by small places like Edakkoly<!--[[Edakkal]]?-->, Poovathumkal<!--[[Pothukal]]?-->, Melareekara and Pius Mount. A place called "Anakkallumala", meaning "Mountain shaped like an elephant" is a site with a fabulous view.

	== Religion ==		== Religion ==
	[[File:St. Stephen's Chruch, Uzhavoor.jpg\|thumb\|St. Stephen's Church, Uzhavoor]]		[[File:St. Stephen's Chruch, Uzhavoor.jpg\|thumb\|St. Stephen's Church, Uzhavoor]]
	The St. Stephen's Church of Uzhavoor belongs to the [[Kottayam]] Arch Diocese of [[Knanaya]] Catholic community which was built in ~~'''~~1631~~'''~~.<ref name="auto"/> It is a forane church and is the biggest forane under the vast [[Kottayam]] Arch Diocese. The people of this village are friendly and hospitable.<ref name="auto1"/> ~~'''~~Karunechi~~'''~~ and ~~'''~~Sasthamkulam~~'''~~ temples are the main Hindu temples in Uzhavoor. The deity of ''Sasthamthamkulam'' the deities of [[Shiva]] and [[Parvati]] is very special that they are present as ''Kirathamoorthis'' that is they are present in the hunters form which is a speciality of the temples in Kerala. The majority of the population are members of the [[Knanaya]] Catholic community.<ref name="auto"/> St. Stephen's Church in Uzhavoor ~~is famous for its~~ grand feast on 8 and 26 December. This is the biggest event in the town and a lot of people take part in this event. The temples also celebrate all major festivities and their major festival. The Sasthamkulam Temple's ''Thiruvathira Makiyiram Maholstavam~~'' is famous in the area~~ and the ''Shivarathri Maholstav'' of Karunechi Temple is also ~~famous~~.<ref name="auto"/> ~~Also a temple~~ ' Melareekara Sreekrishna Swamy Temple' ~~situated here ,~~is ~~famous~~ for its belief that the Lord Krishna here is an incarnation of Lord [[ Guruvayoor Temple \| Guruvayoor Appan ]] or the young guruvayoorappa.		The St. Stephen's Church of Uzhavoor belongs to the [[Kottayam]] Arch Diocese of [[Knanaya]] Catholic community which was built in 1631.<ref name="auto"/> It is a forane church and is the biggest forane under the vast [[Kottayam]] Arch Diocese. The people of this village are friendly and hospitable.<ref name="auto1"/> Karunechi and Sasthamkulam temples are the main Hindu temples in Uzhavoor. The deity of ''Sasthamthamkulam'' the deities of [[Shiva]] and [[Parvati]] is very special that they are present as ''Kirathamoorthis'' that is they are present in the hunters form which is a speciality of the temples in Kerala. The majority of the population are members of the [[Knanaya]] Catholic community.<ref name="auto"/> St. Stephen's Church in Uzhavoor has a grand feast on 8 and 26 December. This is the biggest event in the town and a lot of people take part in this event. The temples also celebrate all major festivities and their major festival. The Sasthamkulam Temple's Thiruvathira Makiyiram Maholstavam and the Shivarathri Maholstav of Karunechi Temple are also known in the area.<ref name="auto"/> 'Melareekara Sreekrishna Swamy Temple' is noted for its belief that the Lord Krishna here is an incarnation of Lord [[Guruvayoor Temple\|Guruvayoor Appan]] or the young guruvayoorappa.

	== People ==		== People ==
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	The well known [[St. Stephen's College, Kerala\|St. Stephen's College]] is situated here.<ref name="auto1"/> The educational system of Uzhavoor is enhanced by the Government authorized O.L.L.H.S Schools.<ref name="auto"/> Well known [[Central Board of Secondary Education\|CBSE]], [[Indian Certificate of Secondary Education\|ICSE]] & [[Carmelites of Mary Immaculate\|CMI]] schools are also situated very closely to the town of Uzhavoor. The [[Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala\|Mahatma Gandhi University]], one of the six universities is just 24 km from the town. The [[Kottayam Medical College]] is about 27 km from the town. Uzhavoor is surrounded by self-financed and managed well-known engineering colleges, such as, St. Joseph College Of Engineering & Technology, Amal Jyothi College Of Engineering, CMS College, BMS College and Mangalam College Of Engineering. Several Polytechnic and Nursing colleges are situated nearby. It is neighboured by the well-known [[K. R. Narayanan National Institute of Visual Science and Arts]].		The well known [[St. Stephen's College, Kerala\|St. Stephen's College]] is situated here.<ref name="auto1"/> The educational system of Uzhavoor is enhanced by the Government authorized O.L.L.H.S Schools.<ref name="auto"/> Well known [[Central Board of Secondary Education\|CBSE]], [[Indian Certificate of Secondary Education\|ICSE]] & [[Carmelites of Mary Immaculate\|CMI]] schools are also situated very closely to the town of Uzhavoor. The [[Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala\|Mahatma Gandhi University]], one of the six universities is just 24 km from the town. The [[Kottayam Medical College]] is about 27 km from the town. Uzhavoor is surrounded by self-financed and managed well-known engineering colleges, such as, St. Joseph College Of Engineering & Technology, Amal Jyothi College Of Engineering, CMS College, BMS College and Mangalam College Of Engineering. Several Polytechnic and Nursing colleges are situated nearby. It is neighboured by the well-known [[K. R. Narayanan National Institute of Visual Science and Arts]].

	== Transportation ~~Network~~ ==		== Transportation network ==

	The city of Uzhavoor is connected with the city of [[Cochin]] and other major cities with well expanded roads.<ref name="auto1"/> Uzhavoor is also a major route for [[Sabarimala]]. Public transport in the town is largely dependent on buses, run by both private operators and the [[Kerala State Road Transport Corporation]] (KSRTC). It is a main bus route to all the major cities. KSRTC bus station is situated in the nearest city of [[Pala, Kerala\|Pala]] .<ref name="auto"/> [[Cochin International Airport]] is situated in 60 km from the city.		The city of Uzhavoor is connected with the city of [[Cochin]] and other major cities with well expanded roads.<ref name="auto1"/> Uzhavoor is also a major route for [[Sabarimala]]. Public transport in the town is largely dependent on buses, run by both private operators and the [[Kerala State Road Transport Corporation]] (KSRTC). It is a main bus route to all the major cities. KSRTC bus station is situated in the nearest city of [[Pala, Kerala\|Pala]] .<ref name="auto"/> [[Cochin International Airport]] is situated in 60 km from the city.
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	Besides local bus services for traveling within the town, Kottayam is well-connected to the rest of Kerala through inter-state bus services run by KSRTC. Hired forms of transport include metered taxis and [[auto-rickshaw]]s.<ref name="auto1"/> The major port city of [[Kochi]] ({{convert\|70\|km\|mi\|0}}) can be reached by the well connected roads from Uzhavoor to [[Piravom]] and to [[Ernakulam]]		Besides local bus services for traveling within the town, Kottayam is well-connected to the rest of Kerala through inter-state bus services run by KSRTC. Hired forms of transport include metered taxis and [[auto-rickshaw]]s.<ref name="auto1"/> The major port city of [[Kochi]] ({{convert\|70\|km\|mi\|0}}) can be reached by the well connected roads from Uzhavoor to [[Piravom]] and to [[Ernakulam]]

	== Climate ~~& Weather~~ ==		== Climate and weather ==

	The ~~Climate~~ in this region is moderate and pleasant. Uzhavoor has an average elevation of 4 metres from the sea level. According to the division of places in Kerala based on altitudes, Uzhavoor is classified as being a midland area. The general soil of the area is [[Alluvial]] soil. The area is very and well suitable for every type of agriculture and agricultural practices. The vegetation is mainly [[Tropical Evergreen]] and [[Tropical Deciduous]] type. The area is a main and major gateways to the hilly parts of Kerala and to the [[Western Ghats]]. Annual temperatures range between {{convert\|20\|to\|35\|C\|F}} From June through September, the [[south-west monsoon]] brings in heavy rains, as Uzhavoor lies on the [[windward and leeward\|windward]] side of the [[Western Ghats]]. From October to December, Uzhavoor receives light rain from the northwest monsoon. The average annual rainfall is 3200 mm. Soon after the monsoon season in the middle of December the winter season starts here with moderately cold up to the mid of February or March. Since the land is very fertile all types of vegetation is possible here and from the onset of April the land bloomed flowers and freshness up to July. The land itself creates naturally for all the cultural fiestas of land on December. The land is climatically very fair, it also helps Babymon to grow rubber crops.		The climate in this region is moderate and pleasant. Uzhavoor has an average elevation of 4 metres from the sea level. According to the division of places in Kerala based on altitudes, Uzhavoor is classified as being a midland area. The general soil of the area is [[Alluvial]] soil. The area is very and well suitable for every type of agriculture and agricultural practices. The vegetation is mainly [[Tropical Evergreen]] and [[Tropical Deciduous]] type. The area is a main and major gateways to the hilly parts of Kerala and to the [[Western Ghats]]. Annual temperatures range between {{convert\|20\|to\|35\|C\|F}} From June through September, the [[south-west monsoon]] brings in heavy rains, as Uzhavoor lies on the [[windward and leeward\|windward]] side of the [[Western Ghats]]. From October to December, Uzhavoor receives light rain from the northwest monsoon. The average annual rainfall is 3200 mm. Soon after the monsoon season in the middle of December the winter season starts here with moderately cold up to the mid of February or March. Since the land is very fertile all types of vegetation is possible here and from the onset of April the land bloomed flowers and freshness up to July. The land itself creates naturally for all the cultural fiestas of land on December. The land is climatically very fair, it also helps Babymon to grow rubber crops.

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'''Uzhavoor''' is an expanding town in [[Kottayam district]], [[Kerala]] in [[India]]. It is just 32 km away from the administrative capital Kottayam District. Most of its residents are either wealthy farmers or businessmen . Many of the houses belong to [[Non-resident Indian and person of Indian origin|NRIs]]. The tenth [[President of India]], [[K. R. Narayanan]], was born and brought up in this village.<ref name="auto">http://www.uzhavoor.com/ About Uzhavoor, p.1</ref> The newly expanded road which connects the city of [[Pala, Kerala|Pala]] and other famous destinations such as [[Sabarimala]] to the city of [[Muvattupuzha]] passes through Uzhavoor.<ref name="auto"/> The town is 177 km from the state capital [[Thiruvananthapuram]].

== Etymology ==

Since the area was famous for its agricultural practices, it is believed that the name ''Uzhavoor'' came from two Malayalam words ''Uzhavu'' (Ploughing or a word related to agricultural practices) and ''Ooru'' (Place or Region). When translated, it means ''The Land of Agriculture''.

== Geography ==

Uzhavoor is a village located in the [[Kottayam]] District of [[Kerala]].<ref name="auto1">http://parliamentofindia.nic.in/ls/lok10/mp469.htm K R Narayan, p.1</ref>
Uzhavoor is located about 6 km from Kudakkachira, 7 km from [[Kurichithanam]], 6 km from [[Monippally|Monipilly]], 7 km from Kurianad and 15 km from [[Pala, Kerala|Pala]] Uzhavoor is famous for its St. Stephen's Church, St. Stephen's College, and the Capuchin Monastery.<ref name="auto1"/> Uzhavoor belongs to the [[Kaduthuruthy]] constituency.<ref name="auto"/> The area is filled with rubber trees, jack fruit trees, mango trees and coconut trees. Uzhavoor is surrounded by small places like Edakkoly, Poovathumkal, Melareekara and Pius Mount. A place called '''"Anakkallumala"''' meaning "Mountain shaped like an elephant" is a site with a fabulous view.

== Religion ==
[[File:St. Stephen's Chruch, Uzhavoor.jpg|thumb|St. Stephen's Church, Uzhavoor]]
The St. Stephen's Church of Uzhavoor belongs to the [[Kottayam]] Arch Diocese of [[Knanaya]] Catholic community which was built in '''1631'''.<ref name="auto"/> It is a forane church and is the biggest forane under the vast [[Kottayam]] Arch Diocese. The people of this village are friendly and hospitable.<ref name="auto1"/> '''Karunechi''' and '''Sasthamkulam''' temples are the main Hindu temples in Uzhavoor. The deity of ''Sasthamthamkulam'' the deities of [[Shiva]] and [[Parvati]] is very special that they are present as ''Kirathamoorthis'' that is they are present in the hunters form which is a speciality of the temples in Kerala. The majority of the population are members of the [[Knanaya]] Catholic community.<ref name="auto"/> St. Stephen's Church in Uzhavoor is famous for its grand feast on 8 and 26 December. This is the biggest event in the town and a lot of people take part in this event. The temples also celebrate all major festivities and their major festival. The Sasthamkulam Temple's ''Thiruvathira Makiyiram Maholstavam'' is famous in the area and the ''Shivarathri Maholstav'' of Karunechi Temple is also famous.<ref name="auto"/> Also a temple ' Melareekara Sreekrishna Swamy Temple' situated here ,is famous for its belief that the Lord Krishna here is an incarnation of Lord [[ Guruvayoor Temple | Guruvayoor Appan ]] or the young guruvayoorappa.

== People ==

The people of this village who belong to different religions and communities live here in peace, harmony, and unity.<ref name="auto"/> [[Former President of India]] K. R. Narayanan, who came from one of the poorest families of this village, is the role model for these people even today.
[[File:Sunset seen from the top heights of Uzhavoor.JPG|thumb|Sunset from top heights of Uzhavoor]]

== Education ==

The well known [[St. Stephen's College, Kerala|St. Stephen's College]] is situated here.<ref name="auto1"/> The educational system of Uzhavoor is enhanced by the Government authorized O.L.L.H.S Schools.<ref name="auto"/> Well known [[Central Board of Secondary Education|CBSE]], [[Indian Certificate of Secondary Education|ICSE]] & [[Carmelites of Mary Immaculate|CMI]] schools are also situated very closely to the town of Uzhavoor. The [[Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala|Mahatma Gandhi University]], one of the six universities is just 24 km from the town. The [[Kottayam Medical College]] is about 27 km from the town. Uzhavoor is surrounded by self-financed and managed well-known engineering colleges, such as, St. Joseph College Of Engineering & Technology, Amal Jyothi College Of Engineering, CMS College, BMS College and Mangalam College Of Engineering. Several Polytechnic and Nursing colleges are situated nearby. It is neighboured by the well-known [[K. R. Narayanan National Institute of Visual Science and Arts]].

== Transportation Network ==

The city of Uzhavoor is connected with the city of [[Cochin]] and other major cities with well expanded roads.<ref name="auto1"/> Uzhavoor is also a major route for [[Sabarimala]]. Public transport in the town is largely dependent on buses, run by both private operators and the [[Kerala State Road Transport Corporation]] (KSRTC). It is a main bus route to all the major cities. KSRTC bus station is situated in the nearest city of [[Pala, Kerala|Pala]] .<ref name="auto"/> [[Cochin International Airport]] is situated in 60 km from the city.

The nearest railway station is [[Kottayam railway station|Kottayam]] (KTYM) railway station which is under the administration of the [[Southern Railway Zone (India)|Southern Railway]]. It lies on the busy rail route between [[Thiruvananthapuram]] and [[Kochi|Ernakulam]] and is served by several long distance trains connecting most major cities in the country, like [[New Delhi]], [[Mumbai]], [[Bengaluru]], [[Hyderabad, India|Hyderabad]], [[Kolkata]], [[Chennai]] and [[Ahmedabad]].

[[Kottayam Port]], India's first multi-modal Inland Container Depot (ICD) and a minor port using inland water way, is situated at Nattakom (near Kodimatha), on the banks of Kothoor river is situated is just 38 km away from the city. The [[Kerala State Water Transport Department]] (KSWTD) operates ferry services through the backwaters in and around Kottayam city. Ferries are a major mode of transport to the town connect to the tourist destination of [[Kumarakom]] and [[Alappuzha]], as well as several smaller destinations. There are two major ferry jetties in the city - Town Jetty and [[Kodimatha]] Jetty. In recent years, the boat jetty at Kumarakom has acquired international fame as a launch point for the backwater rides on Vembabad lake, which has virtually become a poster image for tourism in Kerala.

Besides local bus services for traveling within the town, Kottayam is well-connected to the rest of Kerala through inter-state bus services run by KSRTC. Hired forms of transport include metered taxis and [[auto-rickshaw]]s.<ref name="auto1"/> The major port city of [[Kochi]] ({{convert|70|km|mi|0}}) can be reached by the well connected roads from Uzhavoor to [[Piravom]] and to [[Ernakulam]]

== Climate & Weather ==

The Climate in this region is moderate and pleasant. Uzhavoor has an average elevation of 4 metres from the sea level. According to the division of places in Kerala based on altitudes, Uzhavoor is classified as being a midland area. The general soil of the area is [[Alluvial]] soil. The area is very and well suitable for every type of agriculture and agricultural practices. The vegetation is mainly [[Tropical Evergreen]] and [[Tropical Deciduous]] type. The area is a main and major gateways to the hilly parts of Kerala and to the [[Western Ghats]]. Annual temperatures range between {{convert|20|to|35|C|F}} From June through September, the [[south-west monsoon]] brings in heavy rains, as Uzhavoor lies on the [[windward and leeward|windward]] side of the [[Western Ghats]]. From October to December, Uzhavoor receives light rain from the northwest monsoon. The average annual rainfall is 3200 mm. Soon after the monsoon season in the middle of December the winter season starts here with moderately cold up to the mid of February or March. Since the land is very fertile all types of vegetation is possible here and from the onset of April the land bloomed flowers and freshness up to July. The land itself creates naturally for all the cultural fiestas of land on December. The land is climatically very fair, it also helps Babymon to grow rubber crops.

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== Transport ==

Nearest major stations : {{citation needed|date=August 2020}}
* Bus : Koothattukulam (10 km)
* Bus : [[Pala, Kerala|Pala]] (15 km)
* Bus : Thodupuzha(20 km)
* Train : Kottayam, Ernakulam
* Air : Kochi [[Cochin International Airport|Airport]]

== Notable people ==

* [[Kocheril Raman Narayanan]] (4 February 1921 – 9 November 2005) was the tenth President of [[India]]
* [[:ml:ഇ.ജെ. ലൂക്കോസ്|E. J. Lukose Ellankil]] (25 January 1933 – 12 March 2012) represented Ettumannor constituency as in the 7th Kerala Legislative Assembly (1982-1987).
* [[Sunny Thomas]] is a former Indian national shooting champion in the rifle open sight event
* [[Listin Stephen]], a film producer and distributor

== References ==
{{reflist}}

== External links ==
{{commons category|Uzhavoor}}
* [http://www.uzhavoor.com/ About Uzhavoor]
* [http://parliamentofindia.nic.in/ls/lok10/mp469.htm K R Narayan]
* [http://www.lionwap.org/ Uzhavoor Uzhavoor Lions Club]

{{Geographic Location|
|title = '''Cities around Uzhavoor'''
|Northwest = [[Muvattupuzha]]
|North = [[Angamaly]]
|Northeast = [[Thodupuzha]]
|West = [[Ernakulam]]
|Centre = Uzhavoor
|East = [[Palai]]
|Southwest = [[Vaikom]]
|South = [[Kottayam]]
|Southeast = [[Erattupetta]]
}}
{{Kottayam district}}
{{Central Travancore}}

[[Category:Villages in Kottayam district]]

Santhigiri Ayurveda & Siddha Hospital Uzhavoor Kottayam, PO, poovathingal