Trikaripur

Trikaripur or Elambachi is a village in Kasaragod District in the state of Kerala, India.DemographicsThe 2001 Census of India determined that the population of Trikaripur had a population of 32,626.HistoryTrikaripur was part of the Mooshika Dynasty in ancient days. During the British Raj Trikarpur was administered under the Madras Presidency in Malabar District. It became part of Kerala with that state's formation on November 1, 1956.EtymologyParasurama during his journey to Kerala concentrated on the construction of temples. He constructed a city of towers and mansions decorated with gold and precious stones. He made a menagerie for elephants with arrangements for feeding and breeding. This place is known as "The sacred Village of elephant " and later on "Thrikkaripuram" which with the passage of time came to be known as the present day "Thrikaripur".It was described by some senior citizen, called previously Sree Haripuram and later it became Trikarupur. It was not mentioned any where in history.GeographyTrikaripur lies along the coast of Arabian Sea, at This Panchayat serves as the separating border for Kasaragod District and Kannur District.CultureTrikaripur is notable for its folk arts performances, including Kaliyattam, Poorakkali and Kolkali festivals.