Description:
MALAPURAM is a town in the Indian state of Kerala. It is located in Thrissur district and is the headquarters of the Malappuram district. The town is also the commercial and industrial centre of the district. The name Malappuram is derived from the Malayalam words 'mala' and 'puram', meaning 'small town' or 'new town'. The town was founded in 1799 by the British East India Company. It is one of the oldest towns in Kerala. The town's economy is based on agriculture, textiles, and tourism. The town has a population of over 1.5 million people. The Malappuram district is home to the famous Palakkad and Kottayam districts.
