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{{Use Indian English|date=January 2019}}
{{Use Indian English|date=January 2019}}
{{Infobox settlement
{{Infobox settlement
| name                     = Nagercoil
| name               = Nagercoil
| settlement_type         = City
| settlement_type   = [[Municipal corporation]]
| image_skyline           = Nagercoil opp SLB.jpg
| image_skyline     = {{multiple image|perrow = 1/2/2|align = center|total_width=275|caption_align=center|
| image_alt                =  
| image1 = Nagercoil Clock Tower.jpg
| image_caption           = Court Road in Nagercoil
|image4 = Nagaraja Temple, Nagercoil.JPG
| nicknames               = Granary of South Travancore, Greenest City of Tamilnadu, City of Temple Jewels, Southernmost City of India.
| image3 = St. Xavier's Church, Kottar.JPG
| map_alt                 =  
| image2 = Nagercoil Junction Railway Station.JPG
| map_caption             = Nagercoil in Tamil Nadu
}}
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| image_caption     = '''Clockwise from top:'''
| pushpin_label_position   = right
[[Nagercoil Clock Tower]], St. Xavier's Cathedral, [[Nagaraja Temple, Nagercoil|Nagaraja Temple]], [[Nagercoil Junction railway station]]
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| nicknames         = Granary of South Travancore, Greenest City of Tamilnadu, City of Temple Jewels, Southernmost City of India{{cn|date=February 2026}}
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| named_for               = "Temple of the [[Nāga]]s"
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| subdivision_name   = India
| governing_body           = [[Nagercoil Municipal Corporation]]
| subdivision_type1 = [[States and territories of India|State]]
| leader_title1           = Mayor
| subdivision_name1 = [[Tamil Nadu]]
| leader_name1             = Mr. Magesh,B.A., B.L.,
| subdivision_type2 = [[List of districts of India|District]]
| leader_title2           = Deputy Mayor
| subdivision_name2 = [[Kanyakumari district|Kanyakumari]]
| leader_name2             = Mrs. Mary princy, M.A.,
| named_for         = "Temple of the [[Nāga]]s"
| leader_title3           = Corporation Commissioner
| government_type   = [[Mayor–council government|Mayor–Council]]
| leader_name3             = Asha Ajith ([[Indian Administrative Service|IAS]])
| governing_body     = [[Nagercoil Municipal Corporation]]
| leader_title4           = Member of Parliament
| leader_title1     = Mayor
| leader_name4             = [[Vijay Vasanth]]
| leader_name1       = Magesh
| leader_title5           =  
| leader_title2     = Deputy Mayor
| leader_name5             =  
| leader_name2       = Mary Princy
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| leader_title3     = Corporation Commissioner
| area_footnotes           =  
| leader_name3       = Nishant Krishna<ref>{{Cite web |title=Commissioner |url=https://nagercoilcorporation.in/commissioner/ |access-date=2024-04-25 |website=Nagercoil Corporation |language=en-US}}</ref> [[Indian Administrative Service|IAS]]
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| leader_name4       = [[Vijay Vasanth]]
| elevation_footnotes     =  
| leader_title5     =  
| elevation_m             = 40
| leader_name5       =  
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| unit_pref         =  
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| area_footnotes     =  
| population_density_km2   = 9,813
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| elevation_m       = 82
| blank3_info_sec1         = 96.99%<ref>{{cite web|title=Census2011|url=http://www.census2011.co.in/census/city/490-nagercoil.html|website=Tamil Nadu Population Census data 2011|publisher=Tamil Nadu Government|access-date=2 April 2015}}</ref>
| population_total   = 289,916
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| population_as_of   = 2011
| blank2_info_sec2         = [[Tropical savanna climate|Aw]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://en.climate-data.org/asia/india/tamil-nadu/nagercoil-23976/|title=Nagercoil climate: Average Temperature, weather by month, Nagercoil weather averages - Climate-Data.org|website=en.climate-data.org}}</ref> {{small|([[Köppen climate classification|Köppen]])}}
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| blank3_info_sec1   = 96.99%<ref>{{cite web|title=Census2011|url=http://www.census2011.co.in/census/city/490-nagercoil.html|website=Tamil Nadu Population Census data 2011|publisher=Tamil Nadu Government|access-date=2 April 2015}}</ref>
| demographics1_title2     = Deputy mayor
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| blank2_info_sec2   = [[Tropical savanna climate|Aw]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://en.climate-data.org/asia/india/tamil-nadu/nagercoil-23976/|title=Nagercoil climate: Average Temperature, weather by month, Nagercoil weather averages - Climate-Data.org|website=en.climate-data.org}}</ref> {{small|([[Köppen climate classification|Köppen]])}}
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| utc_offset1             = +5:30
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| postal_code_type         = [[Postal Index Number|PIN]]
| demographics1_title1 = Official
| postal_code             = 629001
| demographics1_title2 = Deputy mayor
| area_code_type           = Telephone code
| demographics1_info1 = [[Tamil language|Tamil]]
| area_code               = 91-4652 & 91-4651
| demographics1_info2 =  
| registration_plate       = TN-74
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| official_name            =
| utc_offset1       = +5:30
| leader_title             = Member of Legislative Assembly
| postal_code_type   = [[Postal Index Number|PIN]]
| leader_name             = [[M. R. Gandhi]]
| postal_code       = 629001,629002,629003,629004
| area_code_type     = Telephone code
| area_code         = 91-4652 & 91-4651
| registration_plate = TN-74 & TN-75
| leader_title       = Member of Legislative Assembly
| leader_name       = [[M. R. Gandhi]]
}}
}}


'''Nagercoil''' ("Temple of the [[Nāga]]s", Nagaraja- Hindu Temple) is a city and administrative headquarters of [[Kanyakumari District]] in [[Tamil Nadu]], India. Situated close to the tip of the [[Indian peninsula]], it lies on an undulating terrain between the [[Western Ghats]] and the [[Arabian Sea]]. Nagercoil Corporation is the [[List of towns in Tamil Nadu by population|12th biggest city of Tamil Nadu]].<ref name="test">{{cite web|url=https://www.cleartrip.com/india/nagercoil/|title=Nagercoil Tourism, Nagercoil Travel Guide - Cleartrip|website=Cleartrip Tourism}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://global.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/401660/Nagercoil|title=Nagercoil}}</ref>
'''Nagercoil''', natively spelt as '''Nāgarkovil''' ({{IPA|ta|n̪aːhɐɾkoːʋil|lang}}, "Temple of the [[Nāga]]s", or Nagaraja-Temple), is a [[municipal corporation]] and the administrative headquarters of [[Kanyakumari District]] in [[Tamil Nadu]] state, India. Situated close to the tip of the [[Indian peninsula]], it lies on an undulating terrain between the [[Western Ghats]] and the [[Arabian Sea]].<ref name="test">{{cite web|url=https://www.cleartrip.com/india/nagercoil/|title=Nagercoil Tourism, Nagercoil Travel Guide - Cleartrip|website=Cleartrip Tourism}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://global.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/401660/Nagercoil|title=Nagercoil}}</ref>


[[File:Nagaraja_temple.JPG|thumb|Nagaraja Temple at Nagercoil]]
[[File:Nagaraja_temple.JPG|thumb|Nagaraja Temple at Nagercoil]]


The present city of Nagercoil grew around [[Kottar]], a mercantile town that dates back to the [[Sangam period]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Nagercoil |url=http://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/bitstream/10603/65704/8/08_introduction.pdf}}</ref> [[Kottar]] is now a locality within the city limits. For 735 years it was a central part of the erstwhile [[Travancore]] kingdom and later [[Kerala]] State, till almost a decade after India's independence from Britain in 1947. In 1956, Kanyakumari District, along with the town, was merged with Tamil Nadu.
Nagercoil is a centre for a range of economic activities in the small but densely populated [[Kanyakumari District]]. Economic activities in and around the city include [[tourism]], [[Wind power|wind energy]], [[IT services]], marine fish production and exports, rubber and cloves plantations, agro-crops, floral production, manufacture of fishnets, rubber products among other activities.<ref>{{cite web|title=Kanyakumari District Statistical Handbook  |url=https://cdn.s3waas.gov.in/s38fe0093bb30d6f8c31474bd0764e6ac0/uploads/2018/04/2018041097.pdf}}</ref>


With a maturing Technology startup ecosystem, the city is one of the 50 Indian cities to be ranked in the World Startup Index of 1,000 cities.<ref name="startupblink.com">{{Cite web|url=https://www.startupblink.com/|title=Global Map of Startups & Ecosystem Rankings &#124; StartupBlink|website=www.startupblink.com}}</ref> Nagercoil is a centre for a range of economic activities in the small but densely-populated [[Kanyakumari District]]. Economic activities in around the city include tourism, wind energy, IT services, marine fish production and exports, rubber and cloves plantations, agro-crops, floral production, manufacture of fishnets, rubber products among other activities.<ref>{{cite web|title=Kanyakumari District Statistical Handbook  |url=https://cdn.s3waas.gov.in/s38fe0093bb30d6f8c31474bd0764e6ac0/uploads/2018/04/2018041097.pdf}}</ref>
'Nagercoil Cloves' is a distinct quality of dried cloves in the spices market, noted for its aroma and medicinal value.<ref>{{cite book|title=Cultivation of Spices |date = 11 February 2003| publisher=Asia Pacific Business Press |isbn = 9788178330648|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=0tKiCwAAQBAJ&q=cloves+nagercoil+spices+board&pg=PT115 }}</ref> [[Cloves]], pepper and other spices are grown in estates in the [[Western Ghats]], outside the town.


‘Nagercoil Cloves’ is a distinct quality of dried cloves in the spices market, noted for its aroma and medicinal value.<ref>{{cite book|title=Cultivation of Spices |date = 11 February 2003|isbn = 9788178330648|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=0tKiCwAAQBAJ&q=cloves+nagercoil+spices+board&pg=PT115 }}</ref> [[Cloves]], pepper and other spices are grown in estates in the [[Western Ghats]], outside the town.
Nagercoil is also the nearest city to the [[ISRO Propulsion Complex]], [[Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu|Mahendragiri]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://frontline.thehindu.com/science-and-technology/swadeshi-success/article9731146.ece|title=Swadeshi success|website=Frontline|date=21 June 2017 }}</ref> and the [[Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=March 2011 |title=Site Evaluation Report for KKNPP Units 3 to 6 |url=https://www.npcil.nic.in/WriteReadData/userfiles/file/SER_KKNPP_3_6_21jun2012.pdf |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221213222240/https://www.npcil.nic.in/WriteReadData/userfiles/file/SER_KKNPP_3_6_21jun2012.pdf |archive-date=Dec 13, 2022 |website=npcil.nic.in}}</ref>


Nagercoil is also the nearest city to the [[ISRO Propulsion Complex]], [[Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu|Mahendragiri]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://frontline.thehindu.com/science-and-technology/swadeshi-success/article9731146.ece|title=Swadeshi success|website=Frontline}}</ref> and the [[Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant]].<ref>https://www.npcil.nic.in/WriteReadData/userfiles/file/SER_KKNPP_3_6_21jun2012.pdf {{Bare URL PDF|date=March 2022}}</ref>
The city, along with the district of Kanyakumari, stands at the top in many [[Human Development Index]] parameters in Tamil Nadu state, including education, per capita income, health indices, etc.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/kanniyakumari-tops-hdi-rankings/article18470625.ece|title=Kanniyakumari tops HDI rankings|first=T.|last=Ramakrishnan|newspaper=The Hindu|date=17 May 2017}}</ref>


The city, along with the district of Kanyakumari, stands at the top in many [[Human Development Index|HDI]] parameters in Tamil Nadu state, including education, per capita income, health indices, etc.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/kanniyakumari-tops-hdi-rankings/article18470625.ece|title=Kanniyakumari tops HDI rankings|first=T.|last=Ramakrishnan|newspaper=The Hindu|date=17 May 2017|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref>
The municipality of Nagercoil was upgraded as a Municipal corporation on the eve of its 100th year as a city on 14 February 2019.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/tamil-nadus-hosur-nagercoil-to-become-corporations/articleshow/67976076.cms|title=Tamil Nadu's Hosur, Nagercoil to become corporations |website=The Times of India|date=13 February 2019 |access-date=2019-02-14 |first=Julie |last=Mariappan }}</ref>


The municipality of Nagercoil was upgraded as a Municipal corporation on the eve of its 100th year as a city on February 14, 2019.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/tamil-nadus-hosur-nagercoil-to-become-corporations/articleshow/67976076.cms|title=Tamil Nadu's Hosur, Nagercoil to become corporations - Times of India|website=The Times of India|access-date=2019-02-14}}</ref>
==Etymology==
Nagercoil derives from the Tamil expression ''Nagaraja koyil'', meaning "temple of Nagas".<ref>{{Cite web |title=About Nagercoil Corporation |url=https://nagercoilcorporation.in/about-nagercoil-corporation/ |access-date=2024-04-29 |website=Nagercoil Corporation |language=en-US}}</ref>


== History ==
== History ==
Nagercoil derives from the Tamil expression ''Nagaraja koyil'', meaning "temple of Nagas".
{{Main|Kottar}}
Nagercoil was formerly known as Kottar.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Home |url=https://www.tnurbantree.tn.gov.in/nagercoil/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20251101213640/https://www.tnurbantree.tn.gov.in/nagercoil/ |archive-date=1 November 2025 |access-date=21 December 2025 |website=Nagercoil Corporation}}</ref>


[[Robert Caldwell]] describes the extent of Malayalam in the mid 19th century as extending from the vicinity of [[Mangalore]] in the north where it supersedes with [[Tulu language|Tulu]] and [[Kannada language|Kannada]] to [[Kottar]] beyond [[Pahrali River]] near [[Kanyakumari]] in the south where it begins to supersede with the [[Tamil language|Tamil]] and from [[Malabar Coast]] in the west to [[Western Ghats]] in the east besides the inhabited islands of [[Lakshadweep]] in the [[Arabian Sea]].{{refn|group=note|“The Malayalam , or 'Malayârma', ranks next in order. This
==Demographics==
language is spoken along the Malabar coast, on the western side of the Ghats, or Malaya range of mountains, from the vicinity of Mangalore, where it supersedes the Canarese and the Tuļu, to Trivandrum , where it begins to be superseded by the Tamil. The people by whom this language is spoken in the native states of Travancore and Cochin,
{{Main|Demographics of India|Demographics of Tamil Nadu|Demographics of Kerala}}
and in the East India Company's districts of Malabar and Canara, may
be estimated at two and a half millions.” (Page 7)


"Kottara: This is the name of a place in the country of the 'Aii', or ' Paralia ' (identical with South Travancore), which is called ‘Kottiara Metropolis' by Ptolemy, ' Cottora' by Pliny. Undoubtedly the town referred to is ‘Kôțţâra' or, as it is ordinarily spelled by Europeans, ‘ Kotaur,' the principal town in South Travancore, and now , as in the time of the Greeks, distinguished for its commerce. The name of the place is derived from ‘ Kôd-u, ' Tam., a line of circumvallation, a fortification , and “ ârú, ' a river. It is a rule in the Tamil and the Malayalam , that when a word like ‘Kôd is the first member of a compound, the final ' ' must be doubled for the purpose of giving the word the force of an adjective : it is another rule that sonants when doubled become surds. Consequently the compound ‘kôd- ara' becomes by rule 'kôţt-âra' . It is interesting to perceive that in the time of the Greeks the same peculiar phonetic rules existed which are now in operation . It is also worth noticing that the Greek writers represent the last syllable of the name of the town, not as ' âru ,' but as 'âra . The Tamil has ' âru, ' the Malayalam 'ara ' At Kotaur, the dialectic peculiarities of the Malayalam language begin to supersede those of the Tamil ; and this appears to have been the case even in the time of the
According to the [[2011 census of India|2011 census]], Nagercoil had a population of 289,916  with a female-male sex ratio of 1.05, well above the national average of 0.929 females/male.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-tamilnadu/time-to-ensure-scientific-disposal-of-garbage/article2859659.ece|title=Time to ensure scientific disposal of garbage|first=P. s Suresh|last=Kumar|newspaper=The Hindu|date=4 February 2012}}</ref><ref name="dashboard">{{cite web|title=Census Info 2011 Final population totals|url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/2011census/censusinfodashboard/index.html|publisher=Office of The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India|year=2013|access-date=26 January 2014}}</ref> A total of 20,241 were under the age of six, constituting 10,119 males and 10,122 females. [[Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes]] accounted for 4.19% and 0.17% of the population respectively. The literacy rate of the city was 96.99%.<ref name="dashboard"/> The city had a total of 59,997 households. There were a total of 76,345 workers, comprising 244 cultivators, 1,155 main agricultural labourers, 2,271 in household industries, 67,050 other workers, 5,625 marginal workers, 110 marginal cultivators, 361 marginal agricultural labourers, 447 marginal workers in household industries and 4,707 other marginal workers.<ref name=2011census>{{cite web|title=Census Info 2011 Final population totals - Nagercoil|url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/pca/SearchDetails.aspx?Id=703039|publisher=Office of The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India|year=2013|access-date=26 January 2014|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150924150440/http://www.censusindia.gov.in/pca/SearchDetails.aspx?Id=703039|archive-date=24 September 2015}}</ref>
Greeks." (Page 62-63)<ref>{{Cite book |last=Caldwell |first=Robert |url=https://archive.org/details/dli.CiXIV42 |title=A Comparative Grammar of the Dravidian Or South-Indian Family of Languages |publisher=Harrison and sons |year=1856 |pages=7,62-63 |language=en}}</ref>}} It was from the ancient trade centre of [[Kottar]] from where the city of Nagercoil began to expand.


Known as the '''Granary of [[Travancore]]''', Nagercoil not only served as the food basket of Kerala, but was also one among the important spice-trading centers in the kingdom of [[Travancore]] from the 14th century onward, and maintained a trade network with Arab merchants from the pre-Islamic era. Various Tamil and Kerala kings fought over this rich agricultural land, which boasted six rivers. Various historians cite that the land's climate and diverse, luxuriant vegetation had no comparison anywhere else in Tamil Nadu.<ref>{{cite book|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=hhrRboi5kOcC&q=granary+of+travancore&pg=PA61|title=River Disputes in India: Kerala Rivers Under Siege|first=S. N.|last=Sadasivan|date=9 March 2019|publisher=Mittal Publications|isbn=9788170999133|via=Google Books}}</ref>
{{Pie chart
|caption = Languages of Nagercoil (2011)<ref name="language">{{Cite web |title=Table C-16 Population by Mother Tongue: Tamil Nadu (Urban) |url=https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/10259/download/13371/DDW-C16-TOWN-STMT-MDDS-3300.XLSX |website=[[Census of India]] |publisher=[[Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India]]}}</ref>
|label1 = [[Tamil language|Tamil]]          |value1 = 96.78 |color1 = royalblue
|label2 = [[Malayalam]]                      |value2 = 1.51  |color2 = cornflowerblue
|label3 = [[Saurashtra language|Saurashtra]] |value3 = 0.60  |color3 = skyblue
|label4 = [[Telugu language|Telugu]]        |value4 = 0.55  |color4 = steelblue
|label5 = Others                            |value5 = 0.57  |color5 = gray
|thumb=right
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The naturalist [[J. C. Daniel (naturalist) | Jivanayakam Cyril Daniel]] (1927–2011) was born in Nagercoil.
==Economy==
{{Main|Economy of Tamil Nadu}}


==Demographics==
The city is one among the 50 Indian cities to be ranked in the World Startup Index of 1,000 cities.<ref name="startupblink.com">{{Cite web|url=https://www.startupblink.com/|title=Global Map of Startups & Ecosystem Rankings |website=StartupBlink }}</ref>
{{Main|Demographics of India|Demographics of Tamil Nadu|Demographics of Kerala}}
 
The major software companies present in Nagercoil are CapeStart Inc., [[Hinduja Global Solutions]], [[Navigant Consulting]].<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/hinduja-global-solutions-opens-centre-at-nagercoil-in-tn-110050600195_1.html|title=Hinduja Global Solutions opens centre at Nagercoil in TN|newspaper=Business Standard India|date=6 May 2010 |agency=Press Trust of India}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=http://tech.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/technology/nasdaq-to-work-with-indian-fintech-cos-to-build-next-gen-local-products/59626463|title=Nasdaq to work with Indian fintech cos to build next gen local products |first=Nilesh |last=Christopher|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref>
 
The city also has small aerospace manufacturing plants and satellite fabricating firms serving the [[Indian Space Research Organisation]]s facility in [[ISRO Propulsion Complex]], Mahendragiri.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2018/jan/13/chandrayaan-2-set-for-bungee-jump-test-in-mahendragiri-hills-of-tamil-nadu-1752404.html|title=Chandrayaan-2 set for bungee jump test in Mahendragiri hills of Tamil Nadu|website=The New Indian Express |date=13 January 2018 |author=SV Krishna Chaitanya }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/nation/in-other-news/091016/noorul-islam-university-hands-over-nano-satellite-to-isro.html|title=Noorul Islam University hands over nano satellite to ISRO|date=9 October 2016|website=Deccan Chronicle}}</ref> The Regional Academic Centre for Space by Indian Space Research Organisation, one among the only six incubation centres for Space Startups in India, is under construction in Nagercoil.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2018/sep/19/isro-to-fund-research-in-twelve-cities-1874006.html|title=ISRO to fund research in twelve cities|website=The New Indian Express |date=19 September 2018}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.deccanherald.com/city/isro-opens-first-its-six-693349.html|title=ISRO opens first of its six planned incubation centres|date=18 September 2018|website=Deccan Herald |first=Rasheed |last=Kappan}}</ref> The [[Integral Coach Factory]] has a small scale windmill unit.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/ICF-to-install-windmills/articleshow/4102273.cms|title=ICF to install windmills |website=The Times of India|date=10 February 2009 }}</ref>
 
Also, the District Industries Centre (DIC) in [[Konam, Nagercoil]] operates under the [[Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises|Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises]], India (MSME).


According to the [[2011 census of India|2011 census]], Nagercoil had a population of 224,849 with a female-male sex ratio of 1.05, well above the national average of 0.929 females/male.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-tamilnadu/time-to-ensure-scientific-disposal-of-garbage/article2859659.ece|title=Time to ensure scientific disposal of garbage|first=P. s Suresh|last=Kumar|newspaper=The Hindu|date=4 February 2012|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref><ref name="dashboard">{{cite web|title=Census Info 2011 Final population totals|url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/2011census/censusinfodashboard/index.html|publisher=Office of The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India|year=2013|access-date=26 January 2014}}</ref> A total of 20,241 were under the age of six, constituting 10,119 males and 10,122 females. [[Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes]] accounted for 4.19% and 0.17% of the population respectively. The literacy rate of the city was 96.99%.<ref name="dashboard"/> The city had a total of 59,997 households. There were a total of 76,345 workers, comprising 244 cultivators, 1,155 main agricultural laborers, 2,271 in household industries, 67,050 other workers, 5,625 marginal workers, 110 marginal cultivators, 361 marginal agricultural laborers, 447 marginal workers in household industries and 4,707 other marginal workers.<ref name=2011census>{{cite web|title=Census Info 2011 Final population totals - Nagercoil|url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/pca/SearchDetails.aspx?Id=703039|publisher=Office of The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India|year=2013|access-date=26 January 2014|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150924150440/http://www.censusindia.gov.in/pca/SearchDetails.aspx?Id=703039|archive-date=24 September 2015}}</ref>
The export of 95 tons of fruits and vegetables to the Gulf Countries through the Thiruvananthapuram airports is a major source of revenue for the city, with food processing companies generating a daily revenue of ₹16.7 [[lakh]] (1.67 million) and an annual revenue of ₹6.1&nbsp;billion.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/export-of-perishables-hit/article19519988.ece|title=Export of perishables hit|first=S. Anil|last=Radhakrishnan|newspaper=The Hindu|date=18 August 2017}}</ref> The flower market of [[Thovalai]] exports 350 tons of Flowers to Kerala, Europe and Middle Eastern countries generating an annual revenue of ₹250 [[crore]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/offbeat/thovalai-flowers-gearing-up-for-onam-kanyakumari-onam-season-1.2188380|title=Thovalai flowers gearing up for Onam|website=Mathrubhumi |date=Aug 24, 2017 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200229140140/https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/offbeat/thovalai-flowers-gearing-up-for-onam-kanyakumari-onam-season-1.2188380 |archive-date=Feb 29, 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Madurai/traders-stare-at-losses-as-kerala-floods-hit-business/article24718837.ece|title=Traders stare at losses as Kerala floods hit business|first=P.|last=Sudhakar|newspaper=The Hindu|date=17 August 2018}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/madurai/worst-onam-for-thovalai-flower-market-in-recent-times/articleshow/65536468.cms|title=Worst Onam for Thovalai flower market in recent times |website=The Times of India|date=25 August 2018 }}</ref>
The major cottage industries like fish-net manufacturing, rubber industries, and jewellery manufacturing are industries serving the domestic and export markets.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/trichy/nagercoil-temple-jewellery-made-with-peculiar-stones-gets-gi-tag-geographical-indications-tag/articleshow/65095824.cms|title=Nagercoil temple jewellery made with peculiar stones gets Geographical Indications tag |website=The Times of India|date=23 July 2018 |author=D Vincent Arockiaraj }}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-tamilnadu/Fishermen-thirst-for-scientific-solutions/article14849043.ece|title=Fishermen thirst for scientific solutions|newspaper=The Hindu|date=2 October 2007}}</ref> The minor [[cottage industries]] include surgical gloves, [[coir]]-making, floral trade, handloom-weaving, cashew nut, spices, food-processing units, and lace-making (export-oriented).<ref>{{cite news|title=Form casteless society, youth told |url=http://www.hindu.com/2004/10/03/stories/2004100303550300.htm|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20041014200124/http://www.hindu.com/2004/10/03/stories/2004100303550300.htm|url-status=dead|archive-date=14 October 2004|date=3 October 2004|work=[[The Hindu]] |access-date=2013-08-08}}</ref>


==Economy==
Nagercoil has the highest [[per capita income]] of ₹2,76,454 (US$3,800), making it among the richest small cities in India{{according to whom|date=April 2025}}.
{{Main|Economy of Tamil Nadu}}
The city is a one among the 50 Indian cities to be ranked in the World Startup Index of 1,000 cities.<ref name="startupblink.com"/> The major software companies present in Nagercoil are CapeStart Inc., [[Hinduja Global Solutions]], [[Navigant Consulting]] and American stock exchange [[NASDAQ]].<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/hinduja-global-solutions-opens-centre-at-nagercoil-in-tn-110050600195_1.html|title=Hinduja Global Solutions opens centre at Nagercoil in TN|newspaper=Business Standard India|date=6 May 2010|via=Business Standard|agency=Press Trust of India}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=http://tech.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/technology/nasdaq-to-work-with-indian-fintech-cos-to-build-next-gen-local-products/59626463|title=Nasdaq to work with Indian fintech cos to build next gen local products - ETtech|last=www.ETtech.com|newspaper=The Economic Times}}</ref> The city also has small aerospace manufacturing plants and satellite fabricating firms serving the [[Indian Space Research Organisation]]s facility in [[ISRO Propulsion Complex]], Mahendragiri.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil-nadu/2018/jan/13/chandrayaan-2-set-for-bungee-jump-test-in-mahendragiri-hills-of-tamil-nadu-1752404.html|title=Chandrayaan-2 set for bungee jump test in Mahendragiri hills of Tamil Nadu|website=The New Indian Express}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/nation/in-other-news/091016/noorul-islam-university-hands-over-nano-satellite-to-isro.html|title=Noorul Islam University hands over nano satellite to ISRO|date=9 October 2016|website=Deccan Chronicle}}</ref> The Regional Academic Centre for Space by Indian Space Research Organisation, one among the only six incubation centers for Space Startups in India, is under construction in Nagercoil.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/2018/sep/19/isro-to-fund-research-in-twelve-cities-1874006.html|title=ISRO to fund research in twelve cities|website=The New Indian Express}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.deccanherald.com/city/isro-opens-first-its-six-693349.html|title=ISRO opens first of its six planned incubation centres|date=18 September 2018|website=Deccan Herald}}</ref> The [[Integral Coach Factory]] has small scale windmill unit.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chennai/ICF-to-install-windmills/articleshow/4102273.cms|title=ICF to install windmills - Times of India|website=The Times of India}}</ref> The export of 95 tons of fruits and vegetables to the Gulf Countries through the Thiruvananthapuram airports is a major source of revenue for the city, with food processing companies generating a daily revenue of ₹16.7 [[lakh]] and an annual revenue of ₹6.1 billion.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/export-of-perishables-hit/article19519988.ece|title=Export of perishables hit|first=S. Anil|last=Radhakrishnan|newspaper=The Hindu|date=18 August 2017|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref> The flower market of Thovalai exports 350 tons of Flowers to Kerala, Europe and Middle Eastern countries generating an annual revenue of ₹250 [[crore]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/offbeat/thovalai-flowers-gearing-up-for-onam-kanyakumari-onam-season-1.2188380|title=Thovalai flowers gearing up for Onam|website=Mathrubhumi}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Madurai/traders-stare-at-losses-as-kerala-floods-hit-business/article24718837.ece|title=Traders stare at losses as Kerala floods hit business|first=P.|last=Sudhakar|newspaper=The Hindu|date=17 August 2018|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/madurai/worst-onam-for-thovalai-flower-market-in-recent-times/articleshow/65536468.cms|title=Worst Onam for Thovalai flower market in recent times - Times of India|website=The Times of India}}</ref>
The major cottage industries like Fish-net manufacturing, Rubber industries, Jewellery manufacturing are industries serving the domestic and export markets.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/trichy/nagercoil-temple-jewellery-made-with-peculiar-stones-gets-gi-tag-geographical-indications-tag/articleshow/65095824.cms|title=Nagercoil temple jewellery made with peculiar stones gets Geographical Indications tag - Times of India|website=The Times of India}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-tamilnadu/Fishermen-thirst-for-scientific-solutions/article14849043.ece|title=Fishermen thirst for scientific solutions|newspaper=The Hindu|date=2 October 2007|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref> The minor [[cottage industries]] include Surgical Gloves, [[Coir]]-making, floral trade, handloom-weaving, cashew nut, spices, food-processing units, and lace-making (export-oriented).<ref>{{cite news|title=Form casteless society, youth told |url=http://www.hindu.com/2004/10/03/stories/2004100303550300.htm|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20041014200124/http://www.hindu.com/2004/10/03/stories/2004100303550300.htm|url-status=dead|archive-date=14 October 2004|date=3 October 2004|work=[[The Hindu]] |access-date=2013-08-08}}</ref> Nagercoil has the highest per capita income of ₹276,454 (US$3,800), making it among the richest small cities in India.


===Energy===
===Energy===
{{Main|Wind power in India}}
{{Main|Wind power in India}}
[[File:Aralvaimozhi-Aerial.jpg|thumb|upright=0.9|Wind farm in [[Muppandal]] and Aralvaimozhi region near Nagercoil]]
[[File:Aralvaimozhi-Aerial.jpg|thumb|upright=0.9|Wind farm in [[Muppandal]] and Aralvaimozhi region near Nagercoil]]
The city has an installed windmill capacity of 1500 MW catering to 20% of the state's renewable electricity needs. Muppandhal has emerged as the wind power hub, with plant owners eager to cash in on the ₹2.90 per unit purchase price being offered by the [[Tamil Nadu Electricity Board]].<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-tamilnadu/State-betters-its-record-in-windmill-energy-production/article14808974.ece|title=State betters its record in windmill energy production|newspaper=The Hindu|date=3 August 2007|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref>
The city has an installed windmill capacity of 1500 MW catering to 20% of the state's renewable electricity needs.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Jairaj |first=Amala Devi & Bharath |date=2017-09-27 |title=The way the wind blows |url=https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/the-way-the-wind-blows/article19763982.ece |access-date=2025-03-13 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref> Muppandhal has emerged as the wind power hub, with plant owners eager to cash in on the ₹2.90 per unit purchase price being offered by the [[Tamil Nadu Electricity Board]].<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-tamilnadu/State-betters-its-record-in-windmill-energy-production/article14808974.ece|title=State betters its record in windmill energy production|newspaper=The Hindu|date=3 August 2007}}</ref>


==Architecture==
==Architecture==
{{Main|Architecture of Kerala|Architecture of Tamil Nadu|Tamil architecture}}
{{Main|Architecture of Kerala|Architecture of Tamil Nadu|Tamil architecture}}
[[File:Suchindram - Thanumalayan Temple5.jpg|thumb|right|The Thanumalayan Temple Pond and its adjoining streets inhabited since the 16th century.]]
The architecture of Nagercoil consists of an eclectic combination of architectural styles, ranging from those that predate the creation of the town, from the early [[Dravidian architecture]] and [[Kerala Architecture]], to English [[Gothic Revival]], to the 21st century contemporary. Although there are prehistoric and classical structures in the city, the architectural history of Nagercoil effectively begins with the first small settlements from 3 A.D. The Roman naturalist and writer [[Pliny the Elder]] mentions Nagercoil as a commercial metropolis, having trade links with his contemporaneous Roman merchants, who traded and stayed in unique rock-walled, clay-roofed structures. This legacy can be found in some of the town's old heritage structures like the [[Nagaraja Temple, Nagercoil]]. The temple has two main deities, Krishna (revered as Ananda Krishna) and Nagaraja. The upadevathas are Shiva, Subrahmanya Swami, Ganesha, Devi, and Dwarapalaka. As an ancient tradition, the priests are Namboothiri Brahmins who are referred by the Pambumekkat mana in Thrissur, Kerala. The 14th century [[St. Francis Xavier's Cathedral, Kottar]] serves as a testimony to the mix of Roman and native architecture. While Saint Xavier was doing missionary work at Kottar and its neighborhood, he averted an invasion of Padagas with the help of his cross alone and thus protected the people of the Venad kingdom from that attack which was appreciated by the king, Unni Kerala Varma, who became closer to the priest and befriended him from then on. In recognition of Xavier's services, the king allotted him a piece of land to construct a Catholic church, as a gesture of goodwill, as per the church records. There was already a small church, in the same place where St. Xavier's church stands at present, dedicated to Mary the Mother of God, since AD 1544. Later on, Dravidian and Kerala architectural styles began to appear in the area. This can be attributed to the construction of the [[Thanumalayan Temple]] in the 16th Century.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thehindu.com/thehindu/br/2002/01/29/stories/2002012900150300.htm|title=The Hindu : History of Suchindram temples|website=www.thehindu.com}}</ref>


The brilliant artistic influence of Kerala and British architecture marvels are seen in the Nagercoil Palace, [[Nagercoil Clock Tower]], [[CSI Home Church, Nagercoil|Home Church]], [[Scott Christian College]], [[Scott Christian Higher Secondary School|Scott School]], [[Carmel Higher Secondary School]], [[St. Joseph's Convent Higher Secondary School|St. Joseph Convent]], Sethu Lakshmi Bai School, Nagercoil Court, The Concordia Seminary, Filter House, [[Catherine Booth Hospital|The Salvation Army Catherine Booth Hospital]] and many more heritage structures in and around the town. Among these, the Nagercoil Clock Tower is the most visible to the outside world, situated in the heart of the town, which was built to commemorate the visit of Sri Moolam Thirunal, the ruler of [[Travancore]], in 1893, and was designed by Hogeorf and S. Horesly of England. The Maharajah himself inaugurated it on 15 February of that year. The pendulum of the clock was made in Derbyshire by Smith of Derby Group, [[London]]. The clock is attached to a 60-foot-long chain with a weight, operated with pulleys through gravitational force.
[[File:A view of Nagercoil.jpg|thumb|left|170px|View of Nagercoil buildings]]
The clock in the Nagercoil Clock Tower was presented to the Maharajah by Rev. James Duthie. of the London Missionary Society.<ref name="OnlineKanyakumari.Com">{{cite web|title=Nagercoil Clock Tower - Nagercoil Mani Medai  |url=http://www.onlinekanyakumari.com/nagercoil-clock-tower-tower-junction-mani-medai-manimedai/|publisher=OnlineKanyakumari.Com|access-date=16 July 2016}}</ref>
[[File:Suchindram - Thanumalayan Temple5.jpg|thumb|right|The Thanumalayan Temple Pond and its adjoining streets inhabited since the 16th century]]
The total cost for constructing the Nagercoil Clock Tower was ₹ 3,258, 9 Chakrams and 12 Kasu. The Maharajah of Travancore donated ₹ 1017, and the balance was donated by the public.<ref name="OnlineKanyakumari.Com"/> However, the declining interest by the government to uphold and preserve the heritage monuments is a cause of concern to heritage enthusiasts and the citizens of the town. The fear, that with time, the extinction of this heritage will be imminent is growing with the demolition of a few structures.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/conserve-heritage-building-in-nagercoil-intach/article7097015.ece|title=Conserve heritage building in Nagercoil: INTACH|first=R.|last=Arivanantham|newspaper=The Hindu|date=13 April 2015|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref>
The architecture of Nagercoil consists of an eclectic combination of architectural styles, ranging from those that predate the creation of the town, from the early [[Dravidian architecture]] and [[Kerala Architecture]], to English [[Gothic Revival]], to the 21st century contemporary. Although there are prehistoric and classical structures in the city, the architectural history of Nagercoil effectively begins with the first small settlements from 3&nbsp;AD. The Roman naturalist and writer [[Pliny the Elder]] mentions Nagercoil as a commercial metropolis, having trade links with his contemporaneous Roman merchants, who traded and stayed in unique rock-walled, clay-roofed structures. This legacy can be found in some of the town's old heritage structures like the [[Nagaraja Temple, Nagercoil]]. The temple has two main deities, Krishna (revered as Ananda Krishna) and Nagaraja. The upadevathas are Shiva, Subrahmanya Swami, Ganesha, Devi, and Dwarapalaka. As an ancient tradition, the priests are Namboothiri Brahmins who are referred by the Pambumekkat mana in Thrissur, Kerala. Later on, Dravidian and Kerala architectural styles began to appear in the area. This can be attributed to the construction of the [[Thanumalayan Temple]] in the 16th century.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thehindu.com/thehindu/br/2002/01/29/stories/2002012900150300.htm|title=History of Suchindram temples|website=The Hindu}}</ref>
 
The 14th century [[St. Francis Xavier's Cathedral, Kottar]] serves as a testimony to the mix of Roman and native architecture{{citation needed|date=April 2025}}. While Saint Xavier was doing missionary work at Kottar and its neighbourhood, he averted an invasion of Padagas and thus protected the people of the Venad kingdom from that attack which was appreciated by the king, Unni Kerala Varma{{citation needed|date=April 2025}}. In recognition of Xavier's services, the king allotted him a piece of land to construct a Catholic church, as a gesture of goodwill, as per the church records. There was already a small church, in the same place where St. Xavier's church stands at present, dedicated to Mary the Mother of God, since AD 1544.
 
The artistic influence of Kerala and British architecture marvels are seen in the Nagercoil Palace, [[Nagercoil Clock Tower]], [[CSI Home Church, Nagercoil|Home Church]], [[Scott Christian College]], [[Scott Christian Higher Secondary School|Scott School]], [[Carmel Higher Secondary School]], [[St. Joseph's Convent Higher Secondary School|St. Joseph Convent]], Sethu Lakshmi Bai School, Nagercoil Court, The Concordia Seminary, Filter House, [[Catherine Booth Hospital|The Salvation Army Catherine Booth Hospital]] and many more heritage structures in and around the town{{citation needed|date=April 2025}}.
 
The Nagercoil Clock Tower is the most visible to the outside world, situated in the heart of the town, which was built to commemorate the visit of Sri Moolam Thirunal, the ruler of [[Travancore]], in 1893,<ref>{{Cite web |title=Clock Tower |url=https://nagercoilcorporation.in/clock-tower/ |access-date=2025-03-13 |website=Nagercoil Corporation |language=en-US}}</ref> and was designed by Hogeorf and S. Horesly of England. The Maharajah himself inaugurated it on 15 February of that year. The pendulum of the clock was made in Derbyshire by Smith of Derby Group, [[London]]. The clock is attached to a 60-foot-long chain with a weight, operated with pulleys through gravitational force. The clock in the Nagercoil Clock Tower was presented to the Maharajah by Rev. James Duthie. of the London Missionary Society.<ref name="OnlineKanyakumari.Com">{{cite web|title=Nagercoil Clock Tower - Nagercoil Mani Medai  |url=http://www.onlinekanyakumari.com/nagercoil-clock-tower-tower-junction-mani-medai-manimedai/|publisher=OnlineKanyakumari.Com|access-date=16 July 2016}}</ref> The total cost for constructing the Nagercoil Clock Tower was ₹ 3,258, 9 Chakrams and 12 Kasu. The Maharajah of Travancore donated ₹ 1017, and the balance was donated by the public.<ref name="OnlineKanyakumari.Com"/>


==Politics==
==Politics==
{{Main|Politics of Kerala|Politics of Tamil Nadu}}
{{Main|Politics of Tamil Nadu}}
 
 
 


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[[Marshal Nesamony]], one of the leading lawyers of the Nagercoil Bar, was elected as the Chairman of the Nagercoil Municipal Council in 1943. He enlarged the town boundary, improved the town's water supply system, established a home for destitutes and increased the income of the Nagercoil Municipality. In the same year, he was elected to the Travancore State Assembly and was also nominated to the Senate of the [[Kerala University]], then known as the Travancore University.<ref>Joy Gnanadason,`A Forgotten History`,1994, Gurukul L.T. College and Research Institute, Chennai. Page:151.</ref> Later on [[K. Kamaraj]], the former chief minister of Tamil Nadu, won from the Kanyakumari constituency without even canvassing.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thehindu.com/archive/|title=Archive News|website=The Hindu}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Sangh-power-BJPs-southern-comfort/articleshow/666972.cms|title=Sangh power BJP's southern comfort - Times of India|website=The Times of India}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-tamilnadu/chidambaram-distributes-welfare-aid-in-nagercoil/article4233911.ece|title=Chidambaram distributes welfare aid in Nagercoil|author=Staff Reporter|newspaper=The Hindu|date=24 December 2012|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref><ref name="economictimes.indiatimes.com">{{Cite web|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/|title=Business News Today: Read Latest Business news, India Business News Live, Share Market & Economy News|website=The Economic Times}}</ref> The [[Nagercoil (Lok Sabha constituency)]] is perhaps the only constituency in [[Tamil Nadu]] to not have elected any [[Dravidian parties]] in the state's history.<ref name="economictimes.indiatimes.com"/>


[[A.K. Chellaiya]], was a politician and MLA of [[Colachel]] constituency in 1952. He resigned his post for merging Kanyakumari with Tamil Nadu.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.kerala.gov.in/ele_rep/1951.pdf |title=Archived copy |website=www.kerala.gov.in |access-date=17 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060904152306/http://www.kerala.gov.in/ele_rep/1951.pdf |archive-date=4 September 2006 |url-status=dead}}</ref>
==Law==


[[A. Samraj]], was an MLA of [[Thovalai]] constituency in 1952. He resigned from his post for merging Kanyakumari with Tamil Nadu.
=== Kanniyakumari District Police Department ===
 
The Kanniyakumari District Police Department<ref>{{cite web|url=https://eservices.tnpolice.gov.in/CCTNSNICSDC/pdfs/rti/rtidistricts/rtisouthzone/Kanniyakumari.pdf |title=KANNIYAKUMARI DISTRICT: EXTRACT OF RULE 4(1)(b) OF THE RIGHT TO INFORMATION ACT 2005 |website=eservices.tnpolice.gov.in |access-date=2025-04-04}}</ref> operates under the leadership of the [[Superintendent of Police (India)]], [[Tamil Nadu Police]] and is supported by two [[Additional Superintendent of Police]] (Addl. SPs).
 
'''Structure'''
 
[[Superintendent of Police (India)]] (SP) – Overall in charge of the district police.
 
[[Additional Superintendent of Police]] (2) – Assist the SP in administrative and operational functions.
 
[[Deputy Superintendent of Police]] (Dy. SPs)
<li>Four Dy. SPs overseeing the four police sub-divisions (Kanniyakumari Sub Division, Nagercoil Sub Division, Thuckalay Sub Division & Colachel Sub Division).
 
<li>One Dy. SP for Armed Reserve.
 
<li>One Dy. SP for District Crime Record Bureau (DCRB).
 
<li>One Dy. SP for District Crime Branch (DCB).
 
<li>One Dy. SP for Prohibition Enforcement Wing.
 
<li>One Dy. SP for Economic Offences Wing – II (Nagercoil).</li>
 
'''Personnel'''
 
<li>Inspectors of Police: 39 (35 + 4)</li>
<li>Sub-Inspectors of Police: 134 (94 + 40)</li>
<li>Police Personnel: 1,686 (1,586 + 100)</li>
 
'''Nagercoil Sub-Division Police Stations'''
<ol type="1">
<li>[[Kottar]] Police Station</li>
<li>[[Vadasery]] Police Station</li>
<li>[[Aralvaimozhy]] Police Station</li>
<li>Bhoothapandy Police Station</li>
<li>Nesamony Nager Police Station</li>
<li>Asaripallam Police Station(under the control of Nesamonynager Circle)</li>
<li>Central Crime Station, Nagercoil</li>
<li>All Women Police Station (AWPS), Nagercoil,
<li>Traffic Investigation Police Station</li>
<li>Traffic Regulation Wing, Nagercoil. </li>
</ol>
 
'''Specialized Wings and Units'''
 
In addition to the Police Stations, the following specialized wings and units operate under the control of the [[Superintendent of Police (India)]], Kanniyakumari District:
 
<li>District Crime Records Bureau (DCRB) – Maintains crime records and assists in investigations.
 
<li>District Crime Branch (DCB) – Handles serious crimes and special investigations.
 
<li>Economic Offences Wing – II (Nagercoil) – Investigates financial frauds and economic offenses.
 
<li>Prohibition Enforcement Wing – Monitors and prevents illegal liquor trade.
 
<li>Social Justice and Human Rights Unit – Ensures the protection of human rights and social justice cases.
 
<li>Finger Print Bureau – Assists in forensic investigations using fingerprint analysis.
 
<li>Short Hand Bureau – Records and documents police proceedings and legal matters.
 
<li>Police Photographic Section – Provides photographic evidence and documentation for investigations.
 
<li>Mobile Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) – A mobile unit assisting in crime scene analysis and forensic investigations.</li>


==Education==
==Education==
{{Main|Education in Kerala|Education in Tamil Nadu}}
{{Main|Education in Kerala|Education in Tamil Nadu}}
Tamil is the official language in Nagercoil and is spoken by the majority of the population here. In addition to Tamil, English and Malayalam are widely spoken. There are many schools and colleges in Nagercoil that are known for their national reputation and were established more than 150 years ago; colleges such as [[Scott Christian College]] (est. 1809),<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.scottchristian.org/wp/about-us/ |title=Archived copy |website=www.scottchristian.org |access-date=17 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150617125545/http://www.scottchristian.org/wp/about-us/ |archive-date=17 June 2015 |url-status=dead}}</ref> [[South Travancore Hindu College]] (est. 1952), [[Holy Cross College, Nagercoil|Holy Cross College]] (est. 1965), [[Women's Christian College, Nagercoil|Women Christian College]] and schools such as [[Scott Christian Higher Secondary School]] (est. 1819), Duthie Girls School (est. 1819), [[St. Joseph's Convent Higher Secondary School]] (est. 1910), [[Carmel Higher Secondary School]] (est. 1922), S.L.B. Government Higher Secondary School (est. 1924), S.M.R.V. Higher Secondary School (est. 1919).


The literacy rate is at 96.99%<ref name="census2011.co.in">{{cite web|url=http://www.census2011.co.in/data/town/803927-nagercoil-tamil-nadu.html|title=Nagercoil Municipality City Population Census 2011-2019 - Tamil Nadu|website=www.census2011.co.in}}</ref> higher than the national average of 74.04%<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.census2011.co.in/literacy.php|title=Literacy Rate of India - Population Census 2011|website=www.census2011.co.in}}</ref> and state average of 80.09%.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.census2011.co.in/census/state/tamil+nadu.html|title=Tamil Nadu Population Sex Ratio in Tamil Nadu Literacy rate data 2011-2019|website=www.census2011.co.in}}</ref>
Tamil is the official language in Nagercoil and is spoken by the majority of the population. In addition to Tamil, English and Malayalam are widely spoken. There are many schools and colleges in Nagercoil that are known for their national reputation and were established more than 150 years ago; colleges such as [[Scott Christian College]] (est. 1809),<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.scottchristian.org/wp/about-us/ |title=About Us |website=Scott Christian College |access-date=17 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150617125545/http://www.scottchristian.org/wp/about-us/ |archive-date=17 June 2015 |url-status=dead}}</ref> [[South Travancore Hindu College]] (est. 1952), Holy Cross College (est. 1965), [[Women's Christian College, Nagercoil|Women Christian College]] and schools such as Scott Christian Higher Secondary School (est. 1819), Duthie Girls School (est. 1819), [[St. Joseph's Convent Higher Secondary School]] (est. 1910), [[Carmel Higher Secondary School]] (est. 1922), S.L.B. Government Higher Secondary School (est. 1924), S.M.R.V. Higher Secondary School (est. 1919).
 
Also, there are several private primary, secondary, and higher secondary schools,  [[Central Board of Secondary Education]] (CBSE), and [[Indian Certificate of Secondary Education]] (ICSE) schools in the city that provide learning diversity to the local & surrounding students.
 
There are various approved higher education and skill development institutions in and around the city, including [[autonomous]] colleges, aided colleges, and self-financing colleges serving diverse fields like [[Science]] and [[Technology]], [[Commerce]], [[Economics]], [[Arts]], [[Humanities]], [[Medical]], [[Engineering]], and [[Management studies]].
 
There is a Government ITI, Government Polytechnic, [[University College of Engineering, Nagercoil]], and Government Arts And Science College which are all situated in [[Konam, Nagercoil]].
 
There are two Government Medical Institutes in Nagercoil, [[Kanyakumari Government Medical College]], [[Acharipallam]], and Government Ayurvedic College, [[Kottar]].
==literacy rate==
The literacy rate is at 96.99%<ref name="census2011.co.in">{{cite web|url=http://www.census2011.co.in/data/town/803927-nagercoil-tamil-nadu.html|title=Nagercoil Town Population Census 2011 - 2023|website=Census 2011 India}}</ref> higher than the national average of 74.04%<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.census2011.co.in/literacy.php|title=Literacy Rate of India |website=Census 2011 India}}</ref> and state average of 80.09%.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.census2011.co.in/census/state/tamil+nadu.html|title=Tamil Nadu Population {{!}} Sex Ratio {{!}} Literacy|website=Census 2011 India}}</ref>


==Culture==
==Culture==


At [[Vadasery]], a locality in Nagercoil, a unique Temple jewellery is made.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/a-dazzle-in-the-dark/article3290876.ece|title=A dazzle in the dark|first=Kausalya|last=Santhanam|newspaper=The Hindu|date=7 April 2012|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref> The Vadasery Temple jewellery has [[Geographical Indication]]s (GI) registry of the Government of India.<ref name="auto">{{Cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/trichy/nagercoil-temple-jewellery-made-with-peculiar-stones-gets-gi-tag-geographical-indications-tag/articleshow/65095824.cms|title=temple jewellery: Nagercoil temple jewellery made with peculiar stones gets Geographical Indications tag &#124; Trichy News - Times of India|website=The Times of India}}</ref> These jewels are used by classical dancers in India.<ref name="auto"/>
At [[Vadasery]], a locality in Nagercoil, unique Temple jewellery is made.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/features/magazine/a-dazzle-in-the-dark/article3290876.ece|title=A dazzle in the dark|first=Kausalya|last=Santhanam|newspaper=The Hindu|date=7 April 2012}}</ref> The Vadasery Temple jewellery has [[Geographical Indication]]s (GI) registry of the Government of India.<ref name="auto">{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/trichy/nagercoil-temple-jewellery-made-with-peculiar-stones-gets-gi-tag-geographical-indications-tag/articleshow/65095824.cms|title=temple jewellery: Nagercoil temple jewellery made with peculiar stones gets Geographical Indications tag &#124; Trichy News |website=The Times of India|date=23 July 2018 }}</ref> These jewels are used by classical dancers in India.<ref name="auto"/>
 
[[Onam]] is a festival which is widely celebrated among the [[Malayalam]]-speaking population by drawing the [[Onam#Pookkalam (Flower Rangoli)|'athapoo']] on the floor.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thehindu.com/2005/09/15/stories/2005091505880200.htm|website=[[The Hindu]]|date=2005-09-15|title=Tamil Nadu / Nagercoil News : Onam - day of flowers, feast, fun and frolic}}{{dead link|date=April 2021|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-tamilnadu/Onam-festivities-begin-in-Kanyakumari/article14821829.ece|title=Onam festivities begin in Kanyakumari|newspaper=The Hindu|date=24 August 2007}}</ref>
 
[[Navaratri]] is uniquely celebrated here with an inter-state tradition <ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.onmanorama.com/travel/essential-kerala/two-states-three-gods-faith-navarathri-thiruvananthapuram-padmanabhapuram-deities.html|title=South India's unique Navaratri tradition: when gods travel to Kerala|website=Onmanorama |date=October 1, 2016 |first=Maya |last=Menon}}</ref> in which the idols of Goddess Munuthithanankai Amman from [[Suchindrum]], Goddess Saraswati from [[Padmanabhapuram Palace]] and Lord Kumaraswamy from [[Kumarakovil]] travel to [[Thiruvananthapuram]]. A ceremonial welcome is given to the idols of the Gods by the officials and representatives of the Government of [[Kerala]]. After the ten days of [[Navratri]] festival, they return to the respective temples with great celebrations.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/navaratri-suchindram-temple-deity-taken-to-padmanabhapuram-palace/article7749253.ece|title=The Hindu : Tamil Nadu / Nagercoil News : Navaratri : Suchindram temple deity taken to Padmanabhapuram Palace|newspaper=The Hindu|date=11 October 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.onmanorama.com/travel/essential-kerala/2018/10/08/tvm-ready-to-welcome-navarathri-idols.html|title=Thiruvananthapuram ready to welcome Navratri idols from Tamil Nadu|website=Onmanorama}}</ref>
 
==Nanjil Nadu Cuisine==
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'''[[Nanjil Nadu]] Cuisine''', hailing from the Southern coastal region of [[Tamil Nadu]], especially Nagercoil, is a blend of Tamil and Kerala culinary traditions. Known for its abundant use of coconut and coconut oil, this cuisine stands out with its distinct and rich flavours. The dishes are often infused with aromatic spices and tamarind. Some dishes are listed below:
 
<li>'''Nanjil Fish Curry'''
A signature dish of the region, this [[curry]] is made with freshly caught fish, tamarind, and coconut-based spices, delivering a tangy and spicy flavour.
 
<li>'''[[Avial]]'''
A classic South Indian dish, [[Avial]] is a medley of vegetables cooked with grated coconut and yoghurt, tempered with curry leaves and coconut oil.
 
<li>'''Nendran Chips'''
These crispy [[banana chips]], made from ripe or raw [[Nendran banana]], are fried to perfection in coconut oil, making them a popular snack.
 
<li>'''Venthaya Curry'''
A unique [[fenugreek]] based curry with a slightly bitter yet aromatic taste, often prepared with tamarind and coconut milk.
 
<li>'''Munthiri Kothu'''
A traditional sweet made of rice flour, jaggery, and roasted mung beans, deep-fried in small clusters, resembling grape bunches.
 
<li>'''Karupatti Mittai'''
A wholesome candy made using palm jaggery ([[karupatti]]) and nuts, offering a delightful natural sweetness.
 
<li>'''Kottar Rice Murukku'''
A crunchy snack made of rice flour, this spiral-shaped savoury is a local speciality of [[Kottar]], a locality in Nagercoil.
 
<li>'''Nungu Sarbath'''
A refreshing summer drink made with ice apple (nungu, [[Borassus flabellifer]]), flavoured syrups, and sometimes [[basil seeds]], providing a cooling effect.
 
<li>'''Pazha Bajji'''
Deep-fried banana fritters are a sweet and crispy snack made with ripe bananas coated in a spiced batter.
 
<li>'''Thenkuzhal Mittai''' is a delicious sweet which is a deep-fried, sugar-coated version of Thenkuzhal Murukku, similar to Manoharam Mittai, where crispy rice flour tubes are coated in jaggery or sugar syrup, giving them a crunchy yet sweet taste.
 
<li>'''[[Parrota]]'''
A flaky, layered flatbread, often served with spicy curries or meat dishes, making it a favourite street food in Nagercoil.
 
<li>'''Kothu Parrota''' is another popular dish that consists of flaky parotta (layered flatbread) that is shredded and stir-fried with eggs, spices, onions, tomatoes, and sometimes chicken, meat, or vegetables. It is cooked on a hot griddle with a rhythmic chopping motion using metal spatulas, giving it a signature texture and flavor.
 
<li>'''Maravazhi Kilangu ([[Tapioca]] / [[Cassava]]) with Fish Curry''' is another classic dish, which satisfies the appetite of the people in this region. It combines soft, boiled tapioca with a spicy, flavorful fish curry, creating a delicious and comforting meal.</li>
 
== Transport ==
 
=== Bus transport ===
There are three main bus stands in the city.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bus stand |url=https://nagercoilcorporation.in/busstand/ |access-date=2024-06-23 |website=Nagercoil Corporation |language=en-US}}</ref>
 
* '''Nagercoil Municipal Corporation Christopher Bus Stand''' ([[Vadasery]]): The terminus, spread over an area of 9.49 acres, serves as a hub for transportation and commercial activities in the region. It features 52 bus bays, which accommodate a variety of buses including Mofussil buses and long-distance buses. These buses connect Nagercoil with major cities across [[Tamil Nadu]] and [[Kerala]], facilitating both local commuting and intercity travel.
 
In addition to the bus bays, the terminus houses essential facilities such as a reservation counter for ticketing services. It also includes numerous commercial and refreshment outlets, providing amenities to travellers and visitors alike.
Overall, the terminus plays a crucial role in Nagercoil's transportation infrastructure, offering convenience and connectivity for passengers travelling within the state and to neighbouring [[Kerala]].
 
Frequent bus services to [[Marthandam]], [[Thiruvananthapuram]], [[Valliyur]], [[Tirunelveli]], [[Kovilpatti]], [[Virudhunagar]], [[Madurai]], [[Karaikudi]], [[Dindigul]], [[Thoothukudi]], [[Tiruchendur]] available from here. Also scheduled long distances buses to [[Chennai]], [[Salem, Tamil Nadu|Salem]], [[Krishnagiri]], [[Hosur]], [[Bengaluru]], [[Palani]], [[Pollachi]], [[Tiruppur]], [[Ooty]], [[Thanjavur]], [[Nagapattinam]], [[Velankanni]], [[Kodaikanal]], [[Trichy]], [[Ariyalur]], [[Virudhachalam]], [[Kumbakonam]], [[Chidambaram]], [[Cuddalore]], [[Puducherry (city)|Puducherry]], [[Pudukkottai]], [[Thanjavur]], [[Vellore]], [[Chittoor]],  [[Tirupati|Tirupathi]] operated from here. The terminus is well utilized by buses belonging to the [[Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation]] (TNSTC), [[State Express Transport Corporation]] (SETC), and [[Kerala State Road Transport Corporation]].
*''' Anna Bus Stand''' ([[Meenakshipuram, Nagercoil]]): The terminus, spanning 2.31 acres, is a pivotal hub for local bus services within Kanyakumari district and to Tirunelveli district. It features 25 bus bays, facilitating the operation and organization of various bus routes connecting different parts of these districts.
 
Local buses primarily serve the commuting needs of residents within the [[Kanyakumari]] district, offering reliable transportation options for daily travel and commuting purposes. Additionally, buses to Tirunelveli district provide connectivity for inter-district travel, enabling passengers to reach destinations across both districts efficiently.
 
As a central point for bus operations, the terminus enhances accessibility and convenience for travelers, ensuring smooth connectivity between different areas within [[Kanyakumari]] and to the neighbouring [[Tirunelveli]] district.
 
The town bus routes to surrounding localities are to [[Vadasery]], [[Parvathipuram, Tamil Nadu|Parvathipuram]], Vetturnimadam, Asaripallam, Chunkankadai, Villukuri, [[Thuckalay]], [[Karungal]], Thingalnagar, Mulagumoodu, Chettikulam, [[Kottar]], Ramanputhur, Konam, Eathamozhi, [[Rajakkamangalam]], Manavalakurichi, [[Colachel]], Midalam, Enayam, Parakkai, Thengamputhur, Puthalam, Manakudy, Kovalam, [[Thovalai]], [[Suchindram]], Vazhukkamparai, Thamaraikulam, [[Mylaudy]], Kottaram, etc.
 
* '''Vadasery Omni Bus Stand''': Intrastate and Interstate private buses are operated from here.
 
=== Rail transport ===
There are two railway stations in the city
 
*[[Nagercoil Junction railway station|Nagercoil Junction Railway station (NCJ)]]
 
The main railway station (Also called Kottar Railway Station) of the city and one of the most important railway stations in Tamil Nadu coming under NSG–3 category. It consists of 6PF (02 under progress) and 12 tracks. The railway station is located on [[Thiruvananthapuram–Nagercoil–Kanyakumari line|Kanyakumari- Trivandrum BG Line]] and [[Nagercoil–Tirunelveli line|Nagercoil- Tirunelveli BG Line]]. Direct trains to many parts of the state like [[Chennai Egmore railway station|Chennai]], [[Kanniyakumari Terminus railway station|Kanyakumari]], [[Rameshwaram]], [[Coimbatore Junction railway station|Coimbatore]], [[Tiruchchirappalli Junction railway station|Tiruchirappalli]], [[Tirunelveli Junction railway station|Tirunelveli]], and long-distance trains to other state cities like [[Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus|Mumbai]], [[Pune]], [[Mangalore Junction railway station|Mangalore]], [[Jammu Tawi railway station|Jammu]], [[Varanasi]]  [[Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station|Delhi]], [[Shalimar railway station|Shalimar]], [[Dibrugarh railway station|Dibrugarh]], [[Sir M. Visvesvaraya Terminal|Bangalore]], [[Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway station|Katra]], [[Kacheguda]], [[Howrah]], are also operated from here/passing through this station.<ref>{{Cite web |title=50 Departures from Nagercoil SR/Southern Zone - Railway Enquiry |url=https://indiarailinfo.com/departures/nagercoil-junction-ncj/801 |access-date=2024-06-23 |website=indiarailinfo.com}}</ref>
 
*[[Nagercoil Town railway station|Nagercoil Town Railway station (NJT)]]
 
The station lies on [[Thiruvananthapuram–Nagercoil–Kanyakumari line|Kanyakumari- Trivandrum BG Line]]. Many important express trains and local trains to Trivandrum halt here. Also, some trains skip the main station due to loco rake reversal halt here.<ref>{{Cite web |title=23 Departures from Nagercoil Town SR/Southern Zone - Railway Enquiry |url=https://indiarailinfo.com/departures/nagercoil-town-njt/4793 |access-date=2024-06-23 |website=indiarailinfo.com}}</ref>


[[Onam]] is a festival which is widely celebrated among the [[Malayalam]]-speaking population by drawing the [[Onam#Pookkalam (Flower Carpets)|'athapoo']] on the floor.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thehindu.com/2005/09/15/stories/2005091505880200.htm|website=[[The Hindu]]|date=2005-09-15|title=Tamil Nadu / Nagercoil News : Onam - day of flowers, feast, fun and frolic}}{{dead link|date=April 2021|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-tamilnadu/Onam-festivities-begin-in-Kanyakumari/article14821829.ece|title=Onam festivities begin in Kanyakumari|newspaper=The Hindu|date=24 August 2007|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref>
=== Air transport ===


[[Navaratri]] is uniquely celebrated here with an inter-state tradition <ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.onmanorama.com/travel/essential-kerala/two-states-three-gods-faith-navarathri-thiruvananthapuram-padmanabhapuram-deities.html|title=South India's unique Navaratri tradition: when gods travel to Kerala|website=www.onmanorama.com}}</ref> in which the idols of Goddess Munuthithanankai Amman from [[Suchindrum]], Goddess Saraswati from [[Padmanabhapuram Palace]] and Lord Kumaraswamy from [[Kumarakovil]] travels to [[Thiruvananthapuram]]. A ceremonial welcome is given to the idols of the Gods by the officials and representatives of the Government of [[Kerala]]. After the ten days of [[Navratri]] festival, they return to the respective temples with great celebrations.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/navaratri-suchindram-temple-deity-taken-to-padmanabhapuram-palace/article7749253.ece|title=The Hindu : Tamil Nadu / Nagercoil News : Navaratri : Suchindram temple deity taken to Padmanabhapuram Palace|newspaper=The Hindu|date=11 October 2015}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.onmanorama.com/travel/essential-kerala/2018/10/08/tvm-ready-to-welcome-navarathri-idols.html|title=Thiruvananthapuram ready to welcome Navratri idols from Tamil Nadu|website=www.onmanorama.com}}</ref>
The nearest airport is [[Thiruvananthapuram International Airport]], which is around 70&nbsp;km from the city centre. It has two Terminals, Domestic (Terminal 1) and International (Terminal 2).
 
==Notable people==
 
{{Main|List of people from Nagercoil}}


==Sports==
==Sports==
Nagercoil has the distinction of housing one of the two [[Sports Authority of India]] Centers in the state, the other being in [[Chennai]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thehindu.com/2004/02/13/stories/2004021301190300.htm|website=[[The Hindu]]|date=2004-02-13|title=Sports Authority of India sub-centre coming up near Nagercoil}}{{dead link|date=April 2021|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in/index2.asp?slid=211&sublinkid=118&langid=1|title=Regional Centres}}</ref> There are plans to make the city hub for sports in [[South India]] by merging it with the [[Thiruvananthapuram]] and [[Kochi]] Centers with headquarters in [[Thiruvananthapuram]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/2011/jun/17/city-may-lose-sai-sub-centre-to-nagercoil-263436.html|title=City may lose SAI sub-centre to Nagercoil|website=The New Indian Express}}</ref>
Nagercoil has the distinction of housing one of the two [[Sports Authority of India]] Centers in the state, the other being in [[Chennai]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thehindu.com/2004/02/13/stories/2004021301190300.htm|website=[[The Hindu]]|date=2004-02-13|title=Sports Authority of India sub-centre coming up near Nagercoil}}{{dead link|date=April 2021|bot=medic}}{{cbignore|bot=medic}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in/index2.asp?slid=211&sublinkid=118&langid=1|title=Regional Centres}}</ref> There are plans to make the city hub for sports in [[South India]] by merging it with the [[Thiruvananthapuram]] and [[Kochi]] Centers with headquarters in [[Thiruvananthapuram]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/thiruvananthapuram/2011/jun/17/city-may-lose-sai-sub-centre-to-nagercoil-263436.html|title=City may lose SAI sub-centre to Nagercoil|website=The New Indian Express|date=16 May 2012 }}</ref>
 
Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) maintains Aringar Anna Outdoor Stadium in [[Vadasery]] and SDAT indoor Stadium in [[Konam, Nagercoil]]. It also has a swimming pool.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sdat.tn.gov.in/content.php?token=hasb|title=SDAT Nagercoil|website=SDAT}}</ref>
 
Nagercoil also has various sports clubs that promote various sports activities.


Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu SDAT is maintaining Aringar Anna Outdoor Stadium in Vadasery and SDAT indoor Stadium in Konam, Nagercoil. It also has an excellent Swimming pool for sports players.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sdat.tn.gov.in/content.php?token=hasb|title=SDAT Nagercoil|website=SDAT}}</ref>
Nagercoil Fencing Club<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.nfcfencing.com |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190426064103/http://www.nfcfencing.com/ |url-status=usurped |archive-date=26 April 2019 |title=NFC FENCING|website=nagercoilfencingclub}}</ref> promotes fencing sports in Nagercoil.


Nagercoil also has various sports clubs that promote various sports activities. Nagercoil Fencing Club <ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.nfcfencing.com |title=NFC FENCING|website=nagercoilfencingclub}}</ref> promotes fencing sports in nagercoil.
Also, there are various Non-govt sports clubs like The District Club, The Nagercoil Club, The  Tirnity club and Ramavarmapuram Club.<ref>web|url=http://www.districtclubnagercoil.com/</ref>
Also there are various Non govt sports clubs like The District Club, The Nagercoil Club, Ramavarmapuram club etc.<ref>web|url=http://www.districtclubnagercoil.com/</ref>


==References==
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==Notes==
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==External links==
==External links==
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* [http://www.kanyakumari.tn.nic.in Official website of Kanyakumari district]
* [http://www.kanyakumari.tn.nic.in Official website of Kanyakumari district] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20030405151840/http://www.kanyakumari.tn.nic.in/ |date=5 April 2003 }}


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Nagercoil
Municipal corporation
Clockwise from top: Nagercoil Clock Tower, St. Xavier's Cathedral, Nagaraja Temple, Nagercoil Junction railway station
Nicknames: 
Granary of South Travancore, Greenest City of Tamilnadu, City of Temple Jewels, Southernmost City of India[citation needed]
Nagercoil is located in Tamil Nadu
Nagercoil
Nagercoil
Nagercoil in Tamil Nadu
Coordinates: 8°10′30″N 77°25′50″E / 8.17500°N 77.43056°E / 8.17500; 77.43056
CountryIndia
StateTamil Nadu
DistrictKanyakumari
Named for"Temple of the Nāgas"
Government
 • TypeMayor–Council
 • BodyNagercoil Municipal Corporation
 • Member of Legislative AssemblyM. R. Gandhi
 • MayorMagesh
 • Deputy MayorMary Princy
 • Corporation CommissionerNishant Krishna[1] IAS
 • Member of ParliamentVijay Vasanth
Area
 • Total61.36 km2 (23.69 sq mi)
Elevation
82 m (269 ft)
Population
 (2011)[2]
 • Total289,916
 • Density4,700/km2 (12,000/sq mi)
Languages
 • OfficialTamil
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
629001,629002,629003,629004
Telephone code91-4652 & 91-4651
Vehicle registrationTN-74 & TN-75
Literacy96.99%[3]
ClimateAw[4] (Köppen)
Precipitation2,477.7 millimetres (97.55 in)

Nagercoil, natively spelt as Nāgarkovil (ta, "Temple of the Nāgas", or Nagaraja-Temple), is a municipal corporation and the administrative headquarters of Kanyakumari District in Tamil Nadu state, India. Situated close to the tip of the Indian peninsula, it lies on an undulating terrain between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea.[5][6]

Nagaraja Temple at Nagercoil

Nagercoil is a centre for a range of economic activities in the small but densely populated Kanyakumari District. Economic activities in and around the city include tourism, wind energy, IT services, marine fish production and exports, rubber and cloves plantations, agro-crops, floral production, manufacture of fishnets, rubber products among other activities.[7]

'Nagercoil Cloves' is a distinct quality of dried cloves in the spices market, noted for its aroma and medicinal value.[8] Cloves, pepper and other spices are grown in estates in the Western Ghats, outside the town.

Nagercoil is also the nearest city to the ISRO Propulsion Complex, Mahendragiri[9] and the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant.[10]

The city, along with the district of Kanyakumari, stands at the top in many Human Development Index parameters in Tamil Nadu state, including education, per capita income, health indices, etc.[11]

The municipality of Nagercoil was upgraded as a Municipal corporation on the eve of its 100th year as a city on 14 February 2019.[12]

Etymology[edit | edit source]

Nagercoil derives from the Tamil expression Nagaraja koyil, meaning "temple of Nagas".[13]

History[edit | edit source]

Main article: Kottar

Nagercoil was formerly known as Kottar.[14]

Demographics[edit | edit source]

Main articles: Demographics of India, Demographics of Tamil Nadu, and Demographics of Kerala

According to the 2011 census, Nagercoil had a population of 289,916 with a female-male sex ratio of 1.05, well above the national average of 0.929 females/male.[15][16] A total of 20,241 were under the age of six, constituting 10,119 males and 10,122 females. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes accounted for 4.19% and 0.17% of the population respectively. The literacy rate of the city was 96.99%.[16] The city had a total of 59,997 households. There were a total of 76,345 workers, comprising 244 cultivators, 1,155 main agricultural labourers, 2,271 in household industries, 67,050 other workers, 5,625 marginal workers, 110 marginal cultivators, 361 marginal agricultural labourers, 447 marginal workers in household industries and 4,707 other marginal workers.[17]

Languages of Nagercoil (2011)[18]

  Tamil (96.78%)
  Malayalam (1.51%)
  Saurashtra (0.60%)
  Telugu (0.55%)
  Others (0.57%)

Economy[edit | edit source]

Main article: Economy of Tamil Nadu

The city is one among the 50 Indian cities to be ranked in the World Startup Index of 1,000 cities.[19]

The major software companies present in Nagercoil are CapeStart Inc., Hinduja Global Solutions, Navigant Consulting.[20][21]

The city also has small aerospace manufacturing plants and satellite fabricating firms serving the Indian Space Research Organisations facility in ISRO Propulsion Complex, Mahendragiri.[22][23] The Regional Academic Centre for Space by Indian Space Research Organisation, one among the only six incubation centres for Space Startups in India, is under construction in Nagercoil.[24][25] The Integral Coach Factory has a small scale windmill unit.[26]

Also, the District Industries Centre (DIC) in Konam, Nagercoil operates under the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, India (MSME).

The export of 95 tons of fruits and vegetables to the Gulf Countries through the Thiruvananthapuram airports is a major source of revenue for the city, with food processing companies generating a daily revenue of ₹16.7 lakh (1.67 million) and an annual revenue of ₹6.1 billion.[27] The flower market of Thovalai exports 350 tons of Flowers to Kerala, Europe and Middle Eastern countries generating an annual revenue of ₹250 crore.[28][29][30] The major cottage industries like fish-net manufacturing, rubber industries, and jewellery manufacturing are industries serving the domestic and export markets.[31][32] The minor cottage industries include surgical gloves, coir-making, floral trade, handloom-weaving, cashew nut, spices, food-processing units, and lace-making (export-oriented).[33]

Nagercoil has the highest per capita income of ₹2,76,454 (US$3,800), making it among the richest small cities in India[according to whom?].

Energy[edit | edit source]

Main article: Wind power in India
Wind farm in Muppandal and Aralvaimozhi region near Nagercoil

The city has an installed windmill capacity of 1500 MW catering to 20% of the state's renewable electricity needs.[34] Muppandhal has emerged as the wind power hub, with plant owners eager to cash in on the ₹2.90 per unit purchase price being offered by the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board.[35]

Architecture[edit | edit source]

Main articles: Architecture of Kerala, Architecture of Tamil Nadu, and Tamil architecture
View of Nagercoil buildings
The Thanumalayan Temple Pond and its adjoining streets inhabited since the 16th century

The architecture of Nagercoil consists of an eclectic combination of architectural styles, ranging from those that predate the creation of the town, from the early Dravidian architecture and Kerala Architecture, to English Gothic Revival, to the 21st century contemporary. Although there are prehistoric and classical structures in the city, the architectural history of Nagercoil effectively begins with the first small settlements from 3 AD. The Roman naturalist and writer Pliny the Elder mentions Nagercoil as a commercial metropolis, having trade links with his contemporaneous Roman merchants, who traded and stayed in unique rock-walled, clay-roofed structures. This legacy can be found in some of the town's old heritage structures like the Nagaraja Temple, Nagercoil. The temple has two main deities, Krishna (revered as Ananda Krishna) and Nagaraja. The upadevathas are Shiva, Subrahmanya Swami, Ganesha, Devi, and Dwarapalaka. As an ancient tradition, the priests are Namboothiri Brahmins who are referred by the Pambumekkat mana in Thrissur, Kerala. Later on, Dravidian and Kerala architectural styles began to appear in the area. This can be attributed to the construction of the Thanumalayan Temple in the 16th century.[36]

The 14th century St. Francis Xavier's Cathedral, Kottar serves as a testimony to the mix of Roman and native architecture[citation needed]. While Saint Xavier was doing missionary work at Kottar and its neighbourhood, he averted an invasion of Padagas and thus protected the people of the Venad kingdom from that attack which was appreciated by the king, Unni Kerala Varma[citation needed]. In recognition of Xavier's services, the king allotted him a piece of land to construct a Catholic church, as a gesture of goodwill, as per the church records. There was already a small church, in the same place where St. Xavier's church stands at present, dedicated to Mary the Mother of God, since AD 1544.

The artistic influence of Kerala and British architecture marvels are seen in the Nagercoil Palace, Nagercoil Clock Tower, Home Church, Scott Christian College, Scott School, Carmel Higher Secondary School, St. Joseph Convent, Sethu Lakshmi Bai School, Nagercoil Court, The Concordia Seminary, Filter House, The Salvation Army Catherine Booth Hospital and many more heritage structures in and around the town[citation needed].

The Nagercoil Clock Tower is the most visible to the outside world, situated in the heart of the town, which was built to commemorate the visit of Sri Moolam Thirunal, the ruler of Travancore, in 1893,[37] and was designed by Hogeorf and S. Horesly of England. The Maharajah himself inaugurated it on 15 February of that year. The pendulum of the clock was made in Derbyshire by Smith of Derby Group, London. The clock is attached to a 60-foot-long chain with a weight, operated with pulleys through gravitational force. The clock in the Nagercoil Clock Tower was presented to the Maharajah by Rev. James Duthie. of the London Missionary Society.[38] The total cost for constructing the Nagercoil Clock Tower was ₹ 3,258, 9 Chakrams and 12 Kasu. The Maharajah of Travancore donated ₹ 1017, and the balance was donated by the public.[38]

Politics[edit | edit source]

Main article: Politics of Tamil Nadu



Municipal officials
Commissioner Nishant Krishna I.A.S.
District Collector Alagu Meena I.A.S
Superintendent of Police
Dr.Stalin I.P.S

Law[edit | edit source]

Kanniyakumari District Police Department[edit | edit source]

The Kanniyakumari District Police Department[39] operates under the leadership of the Superintendent of Police (India), Tamil Nadu Police and is supported by two Additional Superintendent of Police (Addl. SPs).

Structure

Superintendent of Police (India) (SP) – Overall in charge of the district police.

Additional Superintendent of Police (2) – Assist the SP in administrative and operational functions.

Deputy Superintendent of Police (Dy. SPs)

  • Four Dy. SPs overseeing the four police sub-divisions (Kanniyakumari Sub Division, Nagercoil Sub Division, Thuckalay Sub Division & Colachel Sub Division).
  • One Dy. SP for Armed Reserve.
  • One Dy. SP for District Crime Record Bureau (DCRB).
  • One Dy. SP for District Crime Branch (DCB).
  • One Dy. SP for Prohibition Enforcement Wing.
  • One Dy. SP for Economic Offences Wing – II (Nagercoil).

    • Personnel

  • Inspectors of Police: 39 (35 + 4)
  • Sub-Inspectors of Police: 134 (94 + 40)
  • Police Personnel: 1,686 (1,586 + 100)

    • Nagercoil Sub-Division Police Stations

    1. Kottar Police Station
    2. Vadasery Police Station
    3. Aralvaimozhy Police Station
    4. Bhoothapandy Police Station
    5. Nesamony Nager Police Station
    6. Asaripallam Police Station(under the control of Nesamonynager Circle)
    7. Central Crime Station, Nagercoil
    8. All Women Police Station (AWPS), Nagercoil,
    9. Traffic Investigation Police Station
    10. Traffic Regulation Wing, Nagercoil.

    Specialized Wings and Units

    In addition to the Police Stations, the following specialized wings and units operate under the control of the Superintendent of Police (India), Kanniyakumari District:

  • District Crime Records Bureau (DCRB) – Maintains crime records and assists in investigations.
  • District Crime Branch (DCB) – Handles serious crimes and special investigations.
  • Economic Offences Wing – II (Nagercoil) – Investigates financial frauds and economic offenses.
  • Prohibition Enforcement Wing – Monitors and prevents illegal liquor trade.
  • Social Justice and Human Rights Unit – Ensures the protection of human rights and social justice cases.
  • Finger Print Bureau – Assists in forensic investigations using fingerprint analysis.
  • Short Hand Bureau – Records and documents police proceedings and legal matters.
  • Police Photographic Section – Provides photographic evidence and documentation for investigations.
  • Mobile Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) – A mobile unit assisting in crime scene analysis and forensic investigations.

    • Education[edit | edit source]

    Main articles: Education in Kerala and Education in Tamil Nadu

    Tamil is the official language in Nagercoil and is spoken by the majority of the population. In addition to Tamil, English and Malayalam are widely spoken. There are many schools and colleges in Nagercoil that are known for their national reputation and were established more than 150 years ago; colleges such as Scott Christian College (est. 1809),[40] South Travancore Hindu College (est. 1952), Holy Cross College (est. 1965), Women Christian College and schools such as Scott Christian Higher Secondary School (est. 1819), Duthie Girls School (est. 1819), St. Joseph's Convent Higher Secondary School (est. 1910), Carmel Higher Secondary School (est. 1922), S.L.B. Government Higher Secondary School (est. 1924), S.M.R.V. Higher Secondary School (est. 1919).

    Also, there are several private primary, secondary, and higher secondary schools, Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), and Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) schools in the city that provide learning diversity to the local & surrounding students.

    There are various approved higher education and skill development institutions in and around the city, including autonomous colleges, aided colleges, and self-financing colleges serving diverse fields like Science and Technology, Commerce, Economics, Arts, Humanities, Medical, Engineering, and Management studies.

    There is a Government ITI, Government Polytechnic, University College of Engineering, Nagercoil, and Government Arts And Science College which are all situated in Konam, Nagercoil.

    There are two Government Medical Institutes in Nagercoil, Kanyakumari Government Medical College, Acharipallam, and Government Ayurvedic College, Kottar.

    literacy rate[edit | edit source]

    The literacy rate is at 96.99%[41] higher than the national average of 74.04%[42] and state average of 80.09%.[43]

    Culture[edit | edit source]

    At Vadasery, a locality in Nagercoil, unique Temple jewellery is made.[44] The Vadasery Temple jewellery has Geographical Indications (GI) registry of the Government of India.[45] These jewels are used by classical dancers in India.[45]

    Onam is a festival which is widely celebrated among the Malayalam-speaking population by drawing the 'athapoo' on the floor.[46][47]

    Navaratri is uniquely celebrated here with an inter-state tradition [48] in which the idols of Goddess Munuthithanankai Amman from Suchindrum, Goddess Saraswati from Padmanabhapuram Palace and Lord Kumaraswamy from Kumarakovil travel to Thiruvananthapuram. A ceremonial welcome is given to the idols of the Gods by the officials and representatives of the Government of Kerala. After the ten days of Navratri festival, they return to the respective temples with great celebrations.[49][50]

    Nanjil Nadu Cuisine[edit | edit source]

    Template:AI-generated Nanjil Nadu Cuisine, hailing from the Southern coastal region of Tamil Nadu, especially Nagercoil, is a blend of Tamil and Kerala culinary traditions. Known for its abundant use of coconut and coconut oil, this cuisine stands out with its distinct and rich flavours. The dishes are often infused with aromatic spices and tamarind. Some dishes are listed below:

  • Nanjil Fish Curry A signature dish of the region, this curry is made with freshly caught fish, tamarind, and coconut-based spices, delivering a tangy and spicy flavour.
  • Avial A classic South Indian dish, Avial is a medley of vegetables cooked with grated coconut and yoghurt, tempered with curry leaves and coconut oil.
  • Nendran Chips These crispy banana chips, made from ripe or raw Nendran banana, are fried to perfection in coconut oil, making them a popular snack.
  • Venthaya Curry A unique fenugreek based curry with a slightly bitter yet aromatic taste, often prepared with tamarind and coconut milk.
  • Munthiri Kothu A traditional sweet made of rice flour, jaggery, and roasted mung beans, deep-fried in small clusters, resembling grape bunches.
  • Karupatti Mittai A wholesome candy made using palm jaggery (karupatti) and nuts, offering a delightful natural sweetness.
  • Kottar Rice Murukku A crunchy snack made of rice flour, this spiral-shaped savoury is a local speciality of Kottar, a locality in Nagercoil.
  • Nungu Sarbath A refreshing summer drink made with ice apple (nungu, Borassus flabellifer), flavoured syrups, and sometimes basil seeds, providing a cooling effect.
  • Pazha Bajji Deep-fried banana fritters are a sweet and crispy snack made with ripe bananas coated in a spiced batter.
  • Thenkuzhal Mittai is a delicious sweet which is a deep-fried, sugar-coated version of Thenkuzhal Murukku, similar to Manoharam Mittai, where crispy rice flour tubes are coated in jaggery or sugar syrup, giving them a crunchy yet sweet taste.
  • Parrota A flaky, layered flatbread, often served with spicy curries or meat dishes, making it a favourite street food in Nagercoil.
  • Kothu Parrota is another popular dish that consists of flaky parotta (layered flatbread) that is shredded and stir-fried with eggs, spices, onions, tomatoes, and sometimes chicken, meat, or vegetables. It is cooked on a hot griddle with a rhythmic chopping motion using metal spatulas, giving it a signature texture and flavor.
  • Maravazhi Kilangu (Tapioca / Cassava) with Fish Curry is another classic dish, which satisfies the appetite of the people in this region. It combines soft, boiled tapioca with a spicy, flavorful fish curry, creating a delicious and comforting meal.

    • Transport[edit | edit source]

    Bus transport[edit | edit source]

    There are three main bus stands in the city.[51]

    • Nagercoil Municipal Corporation Christopher Bus Stand (Vadasery): The terminus, spread over an area of 9.49 acres, serves as a hub for transportation and commercial activities in the region. It features 52 bus bays, which accommodate a variety of buses including Mofussil buses and long-distance buses. These buses connect Nagercoil with major cities across Tamil Nadu and Kerala, facilitating both local commuting and intercity travel.

    In addition to the bus bays, the terminus houses essential facilities such as a reservation counter for ticketing services. It also includes numerous commercial and refreshment outlets, providing amenities to travellers and visitors alike. Overall, the terminus plays a crucial role in Nagercoil's transportation infrastructure, offering convenience and connectivity for passengers travelling within the state and to neighbouring Kerala.

    Frequent bus services to Marthandam, Thiruvananthapuram, Valliyur, Tirunelveli, Kovilpatti, Virudhunagar, Madurai, Karaikudi, Dindigul, Thoothukudi, Tiruchendur available from here. Also scheduled long distances buses to Chennai, Salem, Krishnagiri, Hosur, Bengaluru, Palani, Pollachi, Tiruppur, Ooty, Thanjavur, Nagapattinam, Velankanni, Kodaikanal, Trichy, Ariyalur, Virudhachalam, Kumbakonam, Chidambaram, Cuddalore, Puducherry, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Vellore, Chittoor, Tirupathi operated from here. The terminus is well utilized by buses belonging to the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC), State Express Transport Corporation (SETC), and Kerala State Road Transport Corporation.

    • Anna Bus Stand (Meenakshipuram, Nagercoil): The terminus, spanning 2.31 acres, is a pivotal hub for local bus services within Kanyakumari district and to Tirunelveli district. It features 25 bus bays, facilitating the operation and organization of various bus routes connecting different parts of these districts.

    Local buses primarily serve the commuting needs of residents within the Kanyakumari district, offering reliable transportation options for daily travel and commuting purposes. Additionally, buses to Tirunelveli district provide connectivity for inter-district travel, enabling passengers to reach destinations across both districts efficiently.

    As a central point for bus operations, the terminus enhances accessibility and convenience for travelers, ensuring smooth connectivity between different areas within Kanyakumari and to the neighbouring Tirunelveli district.

    The town bus routes to surrounding localities are to Vadasery, Parvathipuram, Vetturnimadam, Asaripallam, Chunkankadai, Villukuri, Thuckalay, Karungal, Thingalnagar, Mulagumoodu, Chettikulam, Kottar, Ramanputhur, Konam, Eathamozhi, Rajakkamangalam, Manavalakurichi, Colachel, Midalam, Enayam, Parakkai, Thengamputhur, Puthalam, Manakudy, Kovalam, Thovalai, Suchindram, Vazhukkamparai, Thamaraikulam, Mylaudy, Kottaram, etc.

    • Vadasery Omni Bus Stand: Intrastate and Interstate private buses are operated from here.

    Rail transport[edit | edit source]

    There are two railway stations in the city

    The main railway station (Also called Kottar Railway Station) of the city and one of the most important railway stations in Tamil Nadu coming under NSG–3 category. It consists of 6PF (02 under progress) and 12 tracks. The railway station is located on Kanyakumari- Trivandrum BG Line and Nagercoil- Tirunelveli BG Line. Direct trains to many parts of the state like Chennai, Kanyakumari, Rameshwaram, Coimbatore, Tiruchirappalli, Tirunelveli, and long-distance trains to other state cities like Mumbai, Pune, Mangalore, Jammu, Varanasi Delhi, Shalimar, Dibrugarh, Bangalore, Katra, Kacheguda, Howrah, are also operated from here/passing through this station.[52]

    The station lies on Kanyakumari- Trivandrum BG Line. Many important express trains and local trains to Trivandrum halt here. Also, some trains skip the main station due to loco rake reversal halt here.[53]

    Air transport[edit | edit source]

    The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, which is around 70 km from the city centre. It has two Terminals, Domestic (Terminal 1) and International (Terminal 2).

    Notable people[edit | edit source]

    Main article: List of people from Nagercoil

    Sports[edit | edit source]

    Nagercoil has the distinction of housing one of the two Sports Authority of India Centers in the state, the other being in Chennai.[54][55] There are plans to make the city hub for sports in South India by merging it with the Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi Centers with headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram.[56]

    Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) maintains Aringar Anna Outdoor Stadium in Vadasery and SDAT indoor Stadium in Konam, Nagercoil. It also has a swimming pool.[57]

    Nagercoil also has various sports clubs that promote various sports activities.

    Nagercoil Fencing Club[58] promotes fencing sports in Nagercoil.

    Also, there are various Non-govt sports clubs like The District Club, The Nagercoil Club, The Tirnity club and Ramavarmapuram Club.[59]

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