Government of Kerala
The State of Kerala is a narrow strip of land, tucked away in the southwest corner of India. Though it covers only 1.18% of the total area of India, it supports about 3.43% of the total population of the country. Kerala boasts a diverse landscape of coastal plains, backwaters, and lush mountains. Rich in biodiversity, with UNESCO-listed Western Ghats, the State is renowned for its unique flora and fauna. With a vibrant cultural heritage, high literacy rates, and focus on sustainable development, Kerala stands out as a picturesque destination offering both natural beauty and social progress.
| State Language | Malayalam |
| State animal | Indian elephant (Elephas maximus indicus) |
| State bird | Great hornbill (Buceros bicornis) |
| State fish | Green chromide (Etroplus suratensis) |
| State flower | Kanikonna (Cassia fistula) |
| State tree | Coconut tree (Cocos nucifera) |
| State fruit | Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) |
| State butterfly | Malabar banded peacock (Papilio buddha) |
| State Dance form | Kathakali |
| Kerala’s geographic location | North Latitude between 8° 18′ to 12° 48′ East Longitude between 74° 52′ to 770 22′ |
| Area | 38,863 km2 |
| Percentage of Area to the area of Indian Union. | 1.18 |
| Length of Coastal Line | 580 km |
| Highest Peak. | Anamudi (2694 metres) |
| West flowing rivers | 41 Nos |
| East flowing rivers | 3 Nos |
| Districts | 14 Nos |
| Taluks | 63 Nos |
| Revenue Villages | 1478 Nos |
| Grama Pachayaths | 999 Nos |
| Block Panchayaths. | 152 Nos |
| District Panchayaths | 14 |
| Municipalities | 53 Nos |
| Municipal Corporations. | 5 Nos |
| Hon. M.L.A.s (Elected) | 140 Nos |
| Hon. M.L.A.s (Nominated) | 1 No |
| Hon. MPs (Lok sabha) | 20 Nos |
| Hon. MPs (Rajya sabha) | 9 Nos |
| Average Annual Rainfall | 3225 mm |