Pallathuruthy

Pallathuruthy is a village in the Kuttanad region, in the district of Alappuzha, in the state of Kerala, India.

Pallathuruthy
village
Pallathuruthy bridge
Pallathuruthy bridge
Coordinates: 9.4598°N 76.3697°E / 9.4598; 76.3697
Country India
StateKerala
DistrictAlappuzha
Languages
  OfficialMalayalam, English
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)

Geography

Pallathuruthy is a water bound region surrounded by the Vembanad lake. Also, the Pallathuruthy Canal passes through the region. Like much of the rest of Kuttanad, most of the land in Pallathuruthy is used for paddy cultivation.

Tourism

A house boat, Vembanad Lake, Kerala, India

Pallathuruthy is also a hub for many houseboat operators. The income from houseboats for tourists have helped the village economy.

References


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