Ashtamichira

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The vast paddy fields and coconut groves that surround Ashtamichira represent the core strength of the area, which is agriculture. Ashtamichira has historically been an agrarian community, but the economic growth of India in the past decade has started to show its effect in the community's shift away from agriculture.

Geography and demographics

The closest major cities are Chalakudy, Thrissur, and Cochin.

Location

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Demographics

  • Population -
  • Language - Malayalam
  • Religions - Hinduism, Christianity, Islam

Transport infrastructure

By Road

Ashtamichira lies Script error: No such module "convert". west of the national highway NH-47.

By Rail

The nearest railway stations are Irinjalakuda and Chalakudy, both are Script error: No such module "convert". away. Chalakudy is served by all major trains running through Kerala and is the best access to Ashtamichira for long-distance travelers.

By Air

The nearest airport is Cochin International Airport (COK), which is about Script error: No such module "convert". away.

Places of worship

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Ashtamichira Mahadeva Kshetram with its ambalakkulam in the foreground.

Nearest places of worship are:

  • Temples
    • Ashtamichira Mahadeva Kshetram
    • Urundolil Sree Bhagavathy Kshetram
    • Pambumekkatu Mana
    • Chakkamparambu Kshetram
    • Kannankattil Kshetram
    • Maniyankavu Kshetram
  • Mosques
    • Kattikarakunnu Juma Masjid
    • Ashtamichira east Juma Masjid
    • Umer Farooq Juma Masjid & Hilaliya Madrassa, Marekkad
  • Churches
    • Assemblies of God Church, Ashtamchira.
    • India Pentecostal Church of God, Ashtamchira.
    • St. Thomas Forane Church, Ambazhakadu
    • St. Antonys Church, Puliyilakunnu

References

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External links

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