Irinjalakuda is a municipal town in Thrissur district

Irinjalakuda is a municipal town in Thrissur district in the state of Kerala ,India with a total population of 51585. It is famous for the Koodalmanikyam Temple. Koodalmanikyam Temple is the only ancient temple in India dedicated to the worship of Bharata, the third brother of Rama, however the idol is that of Vishnu

The name Irinjalakuda has been derived from “Iru” and “chaal” meaning merging of two streams.At present there is no river in Irinjalakuda only the myth of the river.

Economy of Irinjalakuda dates back to 18th century.In the 18 th century,Shakthan Thampuran,the ruler of kingdom of Cochin ,brought four Christian families to Irinjalakuda for improving commerce and trade in this place,when they struck gold in this field more and more Christian families migrated to this place ,making it a stronghold of Christian community.Besides Christians,Irinjalakuda has a huge population of Hindus and muslims too.

“During the time of Shakthan Thampuran ,enormous economic development took place in this region and then the Kochi Diwan constructed a water canal link to Cochin to improve water transport of goods and hence the business.The canal still exists though it had lost its past glory.

Some of the companies listed in Bombay stock exchange has its base in Irinjalakuda.Kerala solvent extraction LTD which manufactures cattle feeds ,edible oils and diary products has their roots in Irinjalakuda.

Other major companies from Irinjalakuda includes KLF Nirmal industries and their brand KLF coconad is endorsed by Padmasree Mohanlal is one of the biggest brands in coconut oil.

Irinjalakuda is a major centre of learning too and its history dates back to centuries.between 14 th and 16 th centuries ,Kerala school of astronomy and mathematics which was believed to be founded here ,made major contributions in algebra,arithmetic,astronomy,geometry etc

Irinjalakuda houses major educational institutions like

• Christ College
• St Joseph’s college
• Don Bosco higher secondary school
• Bhavans Vidya mandir(CBSE)
• Christ vidyanikethan(ICSE)
• Prateeksha bhavan(school for mentally struggling children).

Irinjalakuda is located on state highway SH22 which links to major national highways NH47 and NH 66 in Kerala state.

Two main roads SH22 and SH 61 crisscrosses Irinjalakuda town.
KSRTC operates services to Trivandrum,Ernakulam,Kottayam,Kozhikode,Palakkad,and Manathavady.
There is a private bus station in Irinjalakuda which serves local and inter district travellers .
The nearest railway station is Irinjalakuda railway station which is managed by southern railway and has stop for most of the express trains.Thrissur railway station is the nearest major rail head which has stop for all trains which is just 22 kms away.
Irinjalakuda is also well connected by air,the nearest airport being Cochin International Airport which is just 38 kms away which is well connected to major cities in India and to many foreign cities.
Climate
Irinjalakuda has a tropical climate.During most months of the year ,there is significant rainfall in Irinjalakuda .-there is only a short dry season.The average annual temperature is 27.5 degree Celsius in Irinjalakuda.
The warmest month of the year is April with an average temperature of 30 degree Celsius.
In July,the average temperature is 25 degree Celsius which is the lowest average temperature of whole year.
So all these factors contributes in making Irinjalakuda a sought after place for buying residential properties.One can enjoy the serenity of nature away from the city hustle and bustle but at the same time only hours away from city too. Presence of reputed educational institutions is another added advantage for Irinjalakuda.