Athirappilly Falls
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Overview
Athirappilly Falls is on the Chalakudy river in Thrissur district, Kerala.
It is on the Chalakudy river in Thrissur district, at the entrance to the Sholayar range.
It is about 24 m high and is called the Niagara of India.
A proposed hydroelectric project upstream has been opposed for its impact on the riverine forests and tribal people.
It is a popular location for films.
The Vazhachal falls lie a little upstream.
The river supports rich riverine forests and many species of fish.
The falls are most impressive during the monsoon.
Geography and key facts
- Chalakudy river
- Thrissur, Kerala
- About 24 m
- Proposed hydro project opposed
Why it matters for UPSC
Waterfall–river pairs are a regular question.
Note for UPSC
Chalakudy river, Kerala.
Waterfalls are usually asked as falls–river pairs.
Asked in PYQs
No question in our Prelims bank names Athirappilly Falls yet.
Key facts
- Type
- Waterfall
- State / UT
- Kerala
- Coordinates
- 10.285°N, 76.569°E
From the Map Explorer data; positions are for orientation.