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Manjeri
Spend a half‑day in Manjeri to see the river‑side memorials and a local market, then head to nearby Malappuram or Kozhikode.
Manjeri is a small Malabar town in Kerala with a few historic sites and a lively market. It is best visited as a short stop (4–6 h) when traveling between Kozhikode and Malappuram.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Feb
- avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon)
- Airport
- CCJ
- Nights
- 0.5
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Manjeri100 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Manjeri, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyManjeri is generally safe; petty theft can occur in crowded markets – keep valuables hidden.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 101 fire & ambulance · 112 General emergency (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportCCJ Calicut International Airport (≈ 45 km (28 mi) north, taxi or bus about 1 h).CCJ Calicut International Airport (≈ 28 mi (45 km) north, taxi or bus about 1 h).
- Getting aroundAutorickshaws, taxis and minibuses serve the town; most attractions are within 5 km (3.1 mi) and reachable on foot.Autorickshaws, taxis and minibuses serve the town; most attractions are within 3.1 mi (5 km) and reachable on foot.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealStreet snack (banana fry)₹20–40 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedDormitory bed, a night, per person₹300 (≈ US$4)
- Mid-range bedPrivate suite, a night, per room₹1,300 (≈ US$15)
- High-end bedPrivate suite, a night, per room₹2,000 (≈ US$25)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹600 (≈ US$7) · Mid ₹1,000 (≈ US$12) · High ₹1,500 (≈ US$18)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CCJ Calicut International Airport (≈ 45 km (28 mi) north, taxi or bus about 1 h)CCJ Calicut International Airport (≈ 28 mi (45 km) north, taxi or bus about 1 h)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
not flagged
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
May
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Oct–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (18 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Manjeri: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
4 rd
Apr
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
7 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
8 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
4 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
3 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Autorickshaws, taxis and minibuses serve the town; most attractions are within 5 km and reachable on foot.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Malappuram
goDoor to door: ≈ 45 min
Bus from Manjeri bus stand, about 30 min
Town market and historic mosque.
Kozhikode (Calicut)
goDoor to door: ≈ 1 h
State bus or taxi, 45 km (28 mi) northState bus or taxi, 28 mi (45 km) north
Coastal city with beaches and heritage sites.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
City Dormitory
Near Prasanthi Hospital, basic rooms
Red Bell Suites
₹900 per night, car parking
J.S.S. Residency
Private rooms, contact for rates
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹600–900 (≈ US$7–11) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹900–1,300 (≈ US$11–15) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Dormitory bed1 × 1 night × ₹300 | ₹300 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹600 | ₹600 |
| Autorickshaw ride (5 km)1 × ₹40 · check | ₹40 |
| eSIM data (7 days)1 × ₹500 · check | ₹500 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹144 |
| Trip total≈ ₹1,584 per person per day, bed included | ₹1,584≈ US$18 |
2026 estimate in INR; flights and long‑distance train passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Tea (cup) | ₹15–30 (≈ under US$1) |
| Street snack (banana fry) | ₹20–40 (≈ under US$1) |
| Auto‑rickshaw (2 km)check | ₹30–50 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Road traffic can be heavy during peak hours; negotiate fare before boarding.
- Summer heat (April–May) can be intense; carry water.
- Check opening times for Ali Musliyar Smarakam; may close for local events.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire & ambulance
- 101
- General emergency
- 112
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Emergency
- Police100
- Fire & ambulance101
- General emergency112
Embassy
US consulate in Chennai; Indian embassy in New Delhi.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Manjeri → Malappuram bus: ≈ ₹30, 30 min (check)
- Autorickshaw 5 km: ≈ ₹40–60 (check)
Say or show
- क्षमाआपका — Excuse me / Sorry (kshamaapka)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
- कितना है? — How much is it? (kitna hai?)
- बस स्टॉप कहाँ है? — Where is the bus stop? (bas stop kahaan hai?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Manjeri. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Feb · avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add night‑stay options at Red Bell Suites for budget travellers.
- Create a walking map linking Ali Musliyar Smarakam, Pullancheri hill and local market.
Sources
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