Thiruvananthapuram District
Map of Edava

Edava Grama Panchayat: Geographic & Map Information

Edava Grama Panchayat is a coastal panchayat situated in the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala.

Key Boundaries

DirectionLocation / Landmark
WestArabian Sea
NorthEdava-Nadayara Backwaters
SouthVarkala Municipality
EastVarkala Municipality

* Note: The Edava-Nadayara Backwaters flow parallel to the northern boundary of the Panchayat.

Geographical Features & Highlights

  • Location: Located approximately 5 km north of Varkala Town and 21 km south of Kollam City.
  • Terrain: A coastal railway line runs directly through the central region of the Panchayat.
  • Key Landmarks: Kappil Beach (Kappil Kadaltheeram), Nadayara Backwaters (Edava-Nadayara Kayal), Odayam, Vettakkada, and Manthara are prominent locations within the Panchayat.
  • Railway Station: Served by the local Kappil Railway Station located in Edava.