Apart from these local body areas, the Census Towns (CT) of Kureekad, Chowwara, Cheriyakadavu and Kedamangalam are also part of the Kochi Urban Agglomeration. Urban ugglomerations in India are determined on the basis of Census Towns (CT) which may or may not coincide with local bodies like Corporations, Municipalities or Panchayaths. E.g., Thrikkakara Municipality is enumerated as Census Towns of Kakkanad and Vazhakkala. Kochi urban agglomeration itself is not a geographically contiguous entity.
A metropolitan area, sometimes referred to as a metropolitan area, metro area or just metro, is a region consisting of a densely populated urban core and its less-populated surrounding territories, sharing industry, infrastructure, and housing.
A metro area usually comprises multiple jurisdictions and municipalities: neighborhoods, townships, cities, exurbs, suburbs, counties, districts, states, and even nations like the eurodistricts. As social, economic and political institutions have changed, metropolitan areas have become key economic and political regions. Metropolitan areas include one or more urban areas, as well as satellite cities, towns and intervening rural areas that are socio-economically tied to the urban core, typically measured by commuting patterns.
For urban centres outside metropolitan areas, that generate a similar attraction at smaller scale for their region, the concept of the regiopolis and respectively regiopolitan area or regio was introduced by German professors in 2006.
The metropolitan area (Portuguese:área metropolitana) is a type of administrative division in Portugal. Since the 2013 local government reform, there are two metropolitan areas: Lisbon and Porto. The metropolitan areas of Lisbon and Porto were created in 1991. A law passed in 2003 supported the creation of more metropolitan areas, under the conditions that they consisted of at least nine municipalities (concelhos) and had at least 350,000 inhabitants. Several metropolitan areas were created under this law (Algarve, Aveiro, Coimbra, Minho and Viseu), but a law passed in 2008 abolished these, converting them into intermunicipal communities, whose territories are (roughly) based on the NUTS III statistical regions.
The branches of administration of the metropolitan area are the metropolitan council, the metropolitan executive committee and the strategic board for metropolitan development. The metropolitan council is composed of the presidents of the municipal chambers of the municipalities.
An aire urbaine (literal and official translation: "urban area") is an INSEE (France's national statistics bureau) statistical concept describing a core of urban development and the extent of its commuter activity. When applied to larger agglomerations, this unit becomes similar to a U.S. metropolitan area, and the INSEE sometimes uses the term aire métropolitaine to refer to France's larger aires urbaines.
Composition
The aire urbaine is based on France's nationwide map of interlocking administrative commune municipalities: when a commune has over 2000 inhabitants and contains a centre of dense construction (buildings spaced no more than 200 metres apart), it is combined with other adjoining communes fulfilling the same criteria to become a single unité urbaine ("urban unit" ); if an urban unit offers over 10,000 jobs and its economical development is enough to draw more than 40% of the population of a nearby municipalities (and other municipalities drawn to these in the same way) as commuters, it becomes a pôle urbain ("urban cluster") and the "commuter municipalities" become its couronne ("rim"), but this only on the condition that the urban unit itself is not part of another urban cluster's rim. The aire urbaine is an urban cluster and its rim combined, or a statistical area describing a central urban core and its economic influence on surrounding municipalities.
Kochi ([koˈtʃːi ]), also known as Cochin (KO-chin), is a major port city on the south-west coast of India by the Arabian Sea and is part of the district of Ernakulam in the state of Kerala. It is often called Ernakulam, which refers to the mainland part of the city. With a total metropolitan population of 2.1 million. It is the second largest city corporation in Kerala, with a corporation limit population of 612,343 and is part of an extended metropolitan region, which is the largest urban agglomeration in the state. Kochi city is also a part of the Greater Cochin region and is classified as a Tier-II city by the Government of India. The civic body that governs the city is the Cochin Municipal Corporation, which was constituted in the year 1967, and the statutory bodies that oversee its development are the Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA) and the Goshree Islands Development Authority (GIDA).
Known as the Queen of the Arabian Sea, Kochi was an important spice trading centre on the west coast of India from the 14th century. Occupied by the Portuguese in 1503, Kochi was the first of the European colonies in colonial India. It remained the main seat of Portuguese India until 1530, when Goa was chosen instead. The city was later occupied by the Dutch and the British, with the Kingdom of Cochin becoming a princely state. Kochi ranks first in the total number of international and domestic tourist arrivals in Kerala. Kochi has been ranked the sixth best tourist destination in India according to a survey conducted by the Nielsen Company on behalf of the Outlook Traveller magazine. Kochi was one of the 28 Indian cities found to be among the emerging 440 global cities that will contribute 50% of the world GDP by the year 2025, in a 2011 study done by the McKinsey Global Institute.
Kochi (also known as passover cake in English) is a Malaysiandumpling (kuih) made from ground unpolished glutinous rice. For the Eurasians in Brunei, Malaysia and Singapore, this snack is often sold at funerals. The black colour of the unpolished rice symbolises death, while the sweet filling represents resurrection.
KOCHI METRO
Edapplly -- Maharajas Ground -- Edapplly full video both side city view. The first train start All stations at 6am.
The Metro trains will finish the day's ride at 10pm at Aluva.
All Stations name [ now service only aluva to maharajas]
1. Aluva
2. Pulinchodu
3. Companypady
4. Ambattukavu
5. Muttom
6. Kalamassery
7. Cochin University
8. Pathadipalam
9. Edapally
10. Changampuzha Park
11. Palarivattom
12. JLN Stadium
13. Kaloor
14. Lissie
15. M.G Road
16. Maharaja’s College
17. Ernakulam south
18. Kadavanthra
19. Elamkulam
20. Vytila
21. Thaikoodam
22. Petta
published: 06 Oct 2017
Kochi Metro
Kochi (Cochin) is a mid-sized and growing sea port with a population of well over 2 million and located in the southern state of Kerala, India. The metropolitan area is surrounded by waterways.
Kochi Metro Rail Ltd. operates the Kochi Metro which consists of an elevated metro rail line extending from Thykoodam to Aluva, a town adjacent to Kochi. The route length of the line is approx. 23.7 kms with 21 stations. Once the southern extension (upto Pettah) is fully completed the line length will increase to 25 kms. Daily ridership for Kochi Metro is approx. 60 000 (Sep '19).
An additional shorter 2 km stretch from Pettah to Tripunithura (S N Junction) is planned to be constructed once the Pettah extension is completed.
The under development Kochi Water Metro will provide catamaran boat fee...
Kochi has grown beyond it's city limits. However, It's Corporation area remains unchanged for the past 51 years. The most urbanised city is no where compared to the other cities in Kerala as the expansion has not taken place officially on paper. It's high time that the authorities and Politicians take note of this and bring about a change soon. A city which should have become a Metropolitan city well before, is losing the race. If you like this documentary pls share this video and subscribe to my channel. Thank you !!
published: 10 Jul 2018
Kochi Deep Sea Tour in Sagara Rani Boat.
Sagara Rani Tour into Deep Sea near Cochin for 2 hours .
Kochi also known as Cochin, is a major port city on the south-west coast of India bordering the Laccadive Sea. It is part of the district of Ernakulam in the state of Kerala and is often referred to as Ernakulam. Kochi is the most densely populated city in Kerala. As of 2011, it has a corporation limit population of 677,381[4] within an area of 94.88 km² and a total urban population of more than of 2.1 million within an area of 440 km², making it the largest and the most populous metropolitan area in Kerala. Kochi city is also part of the Greater Cochin region[9][10] and is classified as a Tier-II city by the Government of India. The civic body that governs the city is the Kochi Municipal Corporation, which was constituted in the yea...
KOCHI METRO
Edapplly -- Maharajas Ground -- Edapplly full video both side city view. The first train start All stations at 6am.
The Metro trains will finish t...
KOCHI METRO
Edapplly -- Maharajas Ground -- Edapplly full video both side city view. The first train start All stations at 6am.
The Metro trains will finish the day's ride at 10pm at Aluva.
All Stations name [ now service only aluva to maharajas]
1. Aluva
2. Pulinchodu
3. Companypady
4. Ambattukavu
5. Muttom
6. Kalamassery
7. Cochin University
8. Pathadipalam
9. Edapally
10. Changampuzha Park
11. Palarivattom
12. JLN Stadium
13. Kaloor
14. Lissie
15. M.G Road
16. Maharaja’s College
17. Ernakulam south
18. Kadavanthra
19. Elamkulam
20. Vytila
21. Thaikoodam
22. Petta
KOCHI METRO
Edapplly -- Maharajas Ground -- Edapplly full video both side city view. The first train start All stations at 6am.
The Metro trains will finish the day's ride at 10pm at Aluva.
All Stations name [ now service only aluva to maharajas]
1. Aluva
2. Pulinchodu
3. Companypady
4. Ambattukavu
5. Muttom
6. Kalamassery
7. Cochin University
8. Pathadipalam
9. Edapally
10. Changampuzha Park
11. Palarivattom
12. JLN Stadium
13. Kaloor
14. Lissie
15. M.G Road
16. Maharaja’s College
17. Ernakulam south
18. Kadavanthra
19. Elamkulam
20. Vytila
21. Thaikoodam
22. Petta
Kochi (Cochin) is a mid-sized and growing sea port with a population of well over 2 million and located in the southern state of Kerala, India. The metropolitan...
Kochi (Cochin) is a mid-sized and growing sea port with a population of well over 2 million and located in the southern state of Kerala, India. The metropolitan area is surrounded by waterways.
Kochi Metro Rail Ltd. operates the Kochi Metro which consists of an elevated metro rail line extending from Thykoodam to Aluva, a town adjacent to Kochi. The route length of the line is approx. 23.7 kms with 21 stations. Once the southern extension (upto Pettah) is fully completed the line length will increase to 25 kms. Daily ridership for Kochi Metro is approx. 60 000 (Sep '19).
An additional shorter 2 km stretch from Pettah to Tripunithura (S N Junction) is planned to be constructed once the Pettah extension is completed.
The under development Kochi Water Metro will provide catamaran boat feeder service to the Kochi Metro line.
A 11 km branch line extending from the J N International Stadium to the growth area (smart city) of Kakkanad is also being planned.
Kochi (Cochin) is a mid-sized and growing sea port with a population of well over 2 million and located in the southern state of Kerala, India. The metropolitan area is surrounded by waterways.
Kochi Metro Rail Ltd. operates the Kochi Metro which consists of an elevated metro rail line extending from Thykoodam to Aluva, a town adjacent to Kochi. The route length of the line is approx. 23.7 kms with 21 stations. Once the southern extension (upto Pettah) is fully completed the line length will increase to 25 kms. Daily ridership for Kochi Metro is approx. 60 000 (Sep '19).
An additional shorter 2 km stretch from Pettah to Tripunithura (S N Junction) is planned to be constructed once the Pettah extension is completed.
The under development Kochi Water Metro will provide catamaran boat feeder service to the Kochi Metro line.
A 11 km branch line extending from the J N International Stadium to the growth area (smart city) of Kakkanad is also being planned.
Kochi has grown beyond it's city limits. However, It's Corporation area remains unchanged for the past 51 years. The most urbanised city is no where compared to...
Kochi has grown beyond it's city limits. However, It's Corporation area remains unchanged for the past 51 years. The most urbanised city is no where compared to the other cities in Kerala as the expansion has not taken place officially on paper. It's high time that the authorities and Politicians take note of this and bring about a change soon. A city which should have become a Metropolitan city well before, is losing the race. If you like this documentary pls share this video and subscribe to my channel. Thank you !!
Kochi has grown beyond it's city limits. However, It's Corporation area remains unchanged for the past 51 years. The most urbanised city is no where compared to the other cities in Kerala as the expansion has not taken place officially on paper. It's high time that the authorities and Politicians take note of this and bring about a change soon. A city which should have become a Metropolitan city well before, is losing the race. If you like this documentary pls share this video and subscribe to my channel. Thank you !!
Sagara Rani Tour into Deep Sea near Cochin for 2 hours .
Kochi also known as Cochin, is a major port city on the south-west coast of India bordering the Laccadi...
Sagara Rani Tour into Deep Sea near Cochin for 2 hours .
Kochi also known as Cochin, is a major port city on the south-west coast of India bordering the Laccadive Sea. It is part of the district of Ernakulam in the state of Kerala and is often referred to as Ernakulam. Kochi is the most densely populated city in Kerala. As of 2011, it has a corporation limit population of 677,381[4] within an area of 94.88 km² and a total urban population of more than of 2.1 million within an area of 440 km², making it the largest and the most populous metropolitan area in Kerala. Kochi city is also part of the Greater Cochin region[9][10] and is classified as a Tier-II city by the Government of India. The civic body that governs the city is the Kochi Municipal Corporation, which was constituted in the year 1967, and the statutory bodies that oversee its development are the Greater Cochin Development Authority[11] (GCDA) and the Goshree Islands Development Authority (GIDA).[12]
Called the "Queen of the Arabian Sea", Kochi was an important spice trading centre on the west coast of India from the 14th century onward, and maintained a trade network with Arab merchants from the pre-Islamic era. Occupied by the Portuguese in 1503, Kochi was the first of the European colonies in colonial India. It remained the main seat of Portuguese India until 1530, when Goa was chosen instead. The city was later occupied by the Dutch and the British, with the Kingdom of Cochin becoming a princely state. Kochi ranks first in the total number of international and domestic tourist arrivals in Kerala.[13][14] The city was ranked the sixth best tourist destination in India according to a survey conducted by the Nielsen Company on behalf of the Outlook Traveller magazine.[15] Kochi was one of the 28 Indian cities among the emerging 440 global cities that will contribute 50% of the world GDP by the year 2025, in a 2011 study done by the McKinsey Global Institute.[16] In July 2018, Kochi was ranked the topmost emerging future megacity in India by global professional services firm JLL.[17][18]
Kochi is known as the financial,[19][20] commercial[21][22] and industrial[23][24] capital of Kerala. It has the highest GDP as well as the highest GDP per capita in the state.[25][26] The city is home to the Southern Naval Command of the Indian Navy and is the state headquarters[27][28] of the Indian Coast Guard with an attached air squadron, named Air Squadron 747.[29] Commercial maritime facilities of the city include the Port of Kochi, an International Container Transshipment Terminal, the Cochin Shipyard, offshore SPM of the BPCL Kochi Refinery[30] and the Kochi Marina. Kochi is also home for the Cochin Stock Exchange, International Pepper Exchange, Marine Products Export Development Authority, Coconut Development Board, companies like HMT, Apollo Tyres and Synthite, petrochemical companies like the FACT, TCC, IREL, Petronet LNG, Merchem, HOCL[31] and Kochi Refineries, electrical companies like TELK,[32] and V-Guard and industrial parks like the Cochin Special Economic Zone, Smart City, Infopark and Kinfra Hi-Tech Park. Kochi is home for the High Court of Kerala and Lakshadweep, Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL), Indian Maritime University, Sree Sankaracharya Sanskrit University and the Cochin University of Science and Technology. Kochi is also home to Kerala's National Law School, the National University of Advanced Legal Studies. Kochi has been hosting India's first art biennale, the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, since 2012, which attracts international artists and tourists
Kerala Tourism
Kerala, a state situated on the tropical Malabar Coast of southwestern India, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Named as one of the ten paradises of the world by National Geographic Traveler,[1] Kerala is famous especially for its ecotourism initiatives and beautiful backwaters.[2] Its unique culture and traditions, coupled with its varied demography, have made Kerala one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Growing at a rate of 13.31%, the tourism industry is a major contributor to the state's economy.[3]
Until the early 1980s, Kerala was a relatively unknown destination, with most tourism circuits concentrated around the north of the country. Aggressive marketing campaigns launched by the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation—the government agency that oversees tourism prospects of the state—laid the foundation for the growth of the tourism industry. In the decades that followed, Kerala Tourism was able to transform itself into one of the niche holiday destinations in India. The tag line Kerala – God's Own Country was adopted in its tourism promotions and became a global superbrand. Kerala is regarded as one of the destinations with the highest brand recall.[4] In 2010, Kerala attracted 660,000 foreign tourist arrivals.[5]
Sagara Rani Tour into Deep Sea near Cochin for 2 hours .
Kochi also known as Cochin, is a major port city on the south-west coast of India bordering the Laccadive Sea. It is part of the district of Ernakulam in the state of Kerala and is often referred to as Ernakulam. Kochi is the most densely populated city in Kerala. As of 2011, it has a corporation limit population of 677,381[4] within an area of 94.88 km² and a total urban population of more than of 2.1 million within an area of 440 km², making it the largest and the most populous metropolitan area in Kerala. Kochi city is also part of the Greater Cochin region[9][10] and is classified as a Tier-II city by the Government of India. The civic body that governs the city is the Kochi Municipal Corporation, which was constituted in the year 1967, and the statutory bodies that oversee its development are the Greater Cochin Development Authority[11] (GCDA) and the Goshree Islands Development Authority (GIDA).[12]
Called the "Queen of the Arabian Sea", Kochi was an important spice trading centre on the west coast of India from the 14th century onward, and maintained a trade network with Arab merchants from the pre-Islamic era. Occupied by the Portuguese in 1503, Kochi was the first of the European colonies in colonial India. It remained the main seat of Portuguese India until 1530, when Goa was chosen instead. The city was later occupied by the Dutch and the British, with the Kingdom of Cochin becoming a princely state. Kochi ranks first in the total number of international and domestic tourist arrivals in Kerala.[13][14] The city was ranked the sixth best tourist destination in India according to a survey conducted by the Nielsen Company on behalf of the Outlook Traveller magazine.[15] Kochi was one of the 28 Indian cities among the emerging 440 global cities that will contribute 50% of the world GDP by the year 2025, in a 2011 study done by the McKinsey Global Institute.[16] In July 2018, Kochi was ranked the topmost emerging future megacity in India by global professional services firm JLL.[17][18]
Kochi is known as the financial,[19][20] commercial[21][22] and industrial[23][24] capital of Kerala. It has the highest GDP as well as the highest GDP per capita in the state.[25][26] The city is home to the Southern Naval Command of the Indian Navy and is the state headquarters[27][28] of the Indian Coast Guard with an attached air squadron, named Air Squadron 747.[29] Commercial maritime facilities of the city include the Port of Kochi, an International Container Transshipment Terminal, the Cochin Shipyard, offshore SPM of the BPCL Kochi Refinery[30] and the Kochi Marina. Kochi is also home for the Cochin Stock Exchange, International Pepper Exchange, Marine Products Export Development Authority, Coconut Development Board, companies like HMT, Apollo Tyres and Synthite, petrochemical companies like the FACT, TCC, IREL, Petronet LNG, Merchem, HOCL[31] and Kochi Refineries, electrical companies like TELK,[32] and V-Guard and industrial parks like the Cochin Special Economic Zone, Smart City, Infopark and Kinfra Hi-Tech Park. Kochi is home for the High Court of Kerala and Lakshadweep, Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL), Indian Maritime University, Sree Sankaracharya Sanskrit University and the Cochin University of Science and Technology. Kochi is also home to Kerala's National Law School, the National University of Advanced Legal Studies. Kochi has been hosting India's first art biennale, the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, since 2012, which attracts international artists and tourists
Kerala Tourism
Kerala, a state situated on the tropical Malabar Coast of southwestern India, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Named as one of the ten paradises of the world by National Geographic Traveler,[1] Kerala is famous especially for its ecotourism initiatives and beautiful backwaters.[2] Its unique culture and traditions, coupled with its varied demography, have made Kerala one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Growing at a rate of 13.31%, the tourism industry is a major contributor to the state's economy.[3]
Until the early 1980s, Kerala was a relatively unknown destination, with most tourism circuits concentrated around the north of the country. Aggressive marketing campaigns launched by the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation—the government agency that oversees tourism prospects of the state—laid the foundation for the growth of the tourism industry. In the decades that followed, Kerala Tourism was able to transform itself into one of the niche holiday destinations in India. The tag line Kerala – God's Own Country was adopted in its tourism promotions and became a global superbrand. Kerala is regarded as one of the destinations with the highest brand recall.[4] In 2010, Kerala attracted 660,000 foreign tourist arrivals.[5]
KOCHI METRO
Edapplly -- Maharajas Ground -- Edapplly full video both side city view. The first train start All stations at 6am.
The Metro trains will finish the day's ride at 10pm at Aluva.
All Stations name [ now service only aluva to maharajas]
1. Aluva
2. Pulinchodu
3. Companypady
4. Ambattukavu
5. Muttom
6. Kalamassery
7. Cochin University
8. Pathadipalam
9. Edapally
10. Changampuzha Park
11. Palarivattom
12. JLN Stadium
13. Kaloor
14. Lissie
15. M.G Road
16. Maharaja’s College
17. Ernakulam south
18. Kadavanthra
19. Elamkulam
20. Vytila
21. Thaikoodam
22. Petta
Kochi (Cochin) is a mid-sized and growing sea port with a population of well over 2 million and located in the southern state of Kerala, India. The metropolitan area is surrounded by waterways.
Kochi Metro Rail Ltd. operates the Kochi Metro which consists of an elevated metro rail line extending from Thykoodam to Aluva, a town adjacent to Kochi. The route length of the line is approx. 23.7 kms with 21 stations. Once the southern extension (upto Pettah) is fully completed the line length will increase to 25 kms. Daily ridership for Kochi Metro is approx. 60 000 (Sep '19).
An additional shorter 2 km stretch from Pettah to Tripunithura (S N Junction) is planned to be constructed once the Pettah extension is completed.
The under development Kochi Water Metro will provide catamaran boat feeder service to the Kochi Metro line.
A 11 km branch line extending from the J N International Stadium to the growth area (smart city) of Kakkanad is also being planned.
Kochi has grown beyond it's city limits. However, It's Corporation area remains unchanged for the past 51 years. The most urbanised city is no where compared to the other cities in Kerala as the expansion has not taken place officially on paper. It's high time that the authorities and Politicians take note of this and bring about a change soon. A city which should have become a Metropolitan city well before, is losing the race. If you like this documentary pls share this video and subscribe to my channel. Thank you !!
Sagara Rani Tour into Deep Sea near Cochin for 2 hours .
Kochi also known as Cochin, is a major port city on the south-west coast of India bordering the Laccadive Sea. It is part of the district of Ernakulam in the state of Kerala and is often referred to as Ernakulam. Kochi is the most densely populated city in Kerala. As of 2011, it has a corporation limit population of 677,381[4] within an area of 94.88 km² and a total urban population of more than of 2.1 million within an area of 440 km², making it the largest and the most populous metropolitan area in Kerala. Kochi city is also part of the Greater Cochin region[9][10] and is classified as a Tier-II city by the Government of India. The civic body that governs the city is the Kochi Municipal Corporation, which was constituted in the year 1967, and the statutory bodies that oversee its development are the Greater Cochin Development Authority[11] (GCDA) and the Goshree Islands Development Authority (GIDA).[12]
Called the "Queen of the Arabian Sea", Kochi was an important spice trading centre on the west coast of India from the 14th century onward, and maintained a trade network with Arab merchants from the pre-Islamic era. Occupied by the Portuguese in 1503, Kochi was the first of the European colonies in colonial India. It remained the main seat of Portuguese India until 1530, when Goa was chosen instead. The city was later occupied by the Dutch and the British, with the Kingdom of Cochin becoming a princely state. Kochi ranks first in the total number of international and domestic tourist arrivals in Kerala.[13][14] The city was ranked the sixth best tourist destination in India according to a survey conducted by the Nielsen Company on behalf of the Outlook Traveller magazine.[15] Kochi was one of the 28 Indian cities among the emerging 440 global cities that will contribute 50% of the world GDP by the year 2025, in a 2011 study done by the McKinsey Global Institute.[16] In July 2018, Kochi was ranked the topmost emerging future megacity in India by global professional services firm JLL.[17][18]
Kochi is known as the financial,[19][20] commercial[21][22] and industrial[23][24] capital of Kerala. It has the highest GDP as well as the highest GDP per capita in the state.[25][26] The city is home to the Southern Naval Command of the Indian Navy and is the state headquarters[27][28] of the Indian Coast Guard with an attached air squadron, named Air Squadron 747.[29] Commercial maritime facilities of the city include the Port of Kochi, an International Container Transshipment Terminal, the Cochin Shipyard, offshore SPM of the BPCL Kochi Refinery[30] and the Kochi Marina. Kochi is also home for the Cochin Stock Exchange, International Pepper Exchange, Marine Products Export Development Authority, Coconut Development Board, companies like HMT, Apollo Tyres and Synthite, petrochemical companies like the FACT, TCC, IREL, Petronet LNG, Merchem, HOCL[31] and Kochi Refineries, electrical companies like TELK,[32] and V-Guard and industrial parks like the Cochin Special Economic Zone, Smart City, Infopark and Kinfra Hi-Tech Park. Kochi is home for the High Court of Kerala and Lakshadweep, Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL), Indian Maritime University, Sree Sankaracharya Sanskrit University and the Cochin University of Science and Technology. Kochi is also home to Kerala's National Law School, the National University of Advanced Legal Studies. Kochi has been hosting India's first art biennale, the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, since 2012, which attracts international artists and tourists
Kerala Tourism
Kerala, a state situated on the tropical Malabar Coast of southwestern India, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Named as one of the ten paradises of the world by National Geographic Traveler,[1] Kerala is famous especially for its ecotourism initiatives and beautiful backwaters.[2] Its unique culture and traditions, coupled with its varied demography, have made Kerala one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Growing at a rate of 13.31%, the tourism industry is a major contributor to the state's economy.[3]
Until the early 1980s, Kerala was a relatively unknown destination, with most tourism circuits concentrated around the north of the country. Aggressive marketing campaigns launched by the Kerala Tourism Development Corporation—the government agency that oversees tourism prospects of the state—laid the foundation for the growth of the tourism industry. In the decades that followed, Kerala Tourism was able to transform itself into one of the niche holiday destinations in India. The tag line Kerala – God's Own Country was adopted in its tourism promotions and became a global superbrand. Kerala is regarded as one of the destinations with the highest brand recall.[4] In 2010, Kerala attracted 660,000 foreign tourist arrivals.[5]
Apart from these local body areas, the Census Towns (CT) of Kureekad, Chowwara, Cheriyakadavu and Kedamangalam are also part of the Kochi Urban Agglomeration. Urban ugglomerations in India are determined on the basis of Census Towns (CT) which may or may not coincide with local bodies like Corporations, Municipalities or Panchayaths. E.g., Thrikkakara Municipality is enumerated as Census Towns of Kakkanad and Vazhakkala. Kochi urban agglomeration itself is not a geographically contiguous entity.
... recommends forming the MPC and including the entire UA based on 2011 census, four grama panchayats which are part of GIDA and Kizhakkambalam grama panchayat in the new metropolitan area of Kochi.
... shorter trips represents a significant departure from the past, with emerging travel destinations like Varanasi, Kochi, and Mysore gaining popularity among travelers from metropolitan areas, she said.
Hence, each locality in Kochi metropolitan area embodies distinctive characteristics, ranging from socio-political aspects to dialects, that might be completely different from the very place it shares a border with.
Kochi is Kerala's most densely populated city and is part of an ... The Kochi metropolitan area is estimated to have had population of about 20.8 Lakh in 2013, 25.8 lakh in 2021 and 33.12 lakh by 2031.
Kochi is the most densely populated city in the State of ... Kochi metropolitan area is estimated to have population of about 20.8 Lakh in year 2013, 25.8 Lakh in 2021 and 33.12 Lakh by the year 2031.
The combined Phase I and Phase II of the KochiMetro Rail project will ... The city of Kochi, which is located in Kerala's most densely populated region, is also part of an extended metropolitan area.