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Ashtamichira is a village in Thrissur district in the South Indian state of Kerala.
Contents
- Map of Ashtamichira Kerala
- Geography and demographics
- Location
- Demographics
- By Road
- By Rail
- By Air
- Places of worship
- Establishments
- References
Map of Ashtamichira, Kerala
Ashtamichira is centered on the Ashtamichira junction, which houses major businesses and establishments. It has also been a center of growth in the past decade, with numerous businesses opening up in the area. 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 Thrissur and Cochin.
Location
Demographics
By Road
Ashtamichira lies 10 km (6.2 mi) west of the national highway NH-47.
By Rail
The nearest railway station in Chalakudy, which is 8 km (5.0 mi) 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 25 km (16 mi) away.
Places of worship
Nearest places of worship are:
Establishments
Gandhi Smaraka High School (GSHS)
Gandhi Smaraka Lower Primary School(GSLPS)
Nalanda College(Educational institution)
Grameena Vayanasala (Library)
Jeevana Kala Kshetram (Art of Living Center)
ASHA Auditorium
Navaratna Hypermarket
Bismi Supermarket
Vidhya College(upcoming institution for art and culture)