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Kanhangad
Spend a day in Kanhangad: walk Virgin Beach, visit Karpooreshwara Temple and nearby hills; stay overnight only if you need budget lodging.
Kanhangad is a small coastal town in Kerala’s Kasaragod district. Its main attractions – Virgin Beach, local temples and the Yellow Hills – are within a few kilometres of the railway station, making a half‑day to full‑day visit feasible. Budget accommodation is available, but there is little for longer stays beyond a night.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Nov–Feb
- avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon)
- Airports
- IXE · CNN
- Nights
- 1
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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 Kanhangad100 ▾
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 Kanhangad, 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
- SafetyKanhangad is generally safe for tourists; keep an eye on belongings in crowded buses and avoid isolated beaches after dark.
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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 · 102 ambulance (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.
- AirportIXE Mangalore Airport (75 km (47 mi) north, bus or taxi).IXE Mangalore Airport (47 mi (75 km) north, bus or taxi).
- Getting aroundAutorickshaws charge ₹21 (≈ under US$1) per km; local buses ₹7 (≈ under US$1) for 3 km (1.9 mi).Autorickshaws charge ₹21 (≈ under US$1) per km; local buses ₹7 (≈ under US$1) for 1.9 mi (3 km).
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
- IXE Mangalore Airport (75 km (47 mi) north, bus or taxi) · CNN Kannur International Airport (100 km (62 mi) north)IXE Mangalore Airport (47 mi (75 km) north, bus or taxi) · CNN Kannur International Airport (62 mi (100 km) north)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Feb
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Mar
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Dec
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Mar (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C) low), wettest Jul (16 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Kanhangad: 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
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
5 rd
Feb
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
5 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10 rd
Nov
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
Dec
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
5 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 charge ₹21 per km; local buses ₹7 for 3 km. Expect heavy traffic 7 AM–9 PM near the bus‑station circle.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Bekal Fort
goDoor to door: ≈ 1 h
Bus from Kanhangad station, about 30 min, 17 km (11 mi)Bus from Kanhangad station, about 30 min, 11 mi (17 km)
Coastal fort with beach views; open daily.
Nileshwar
goDoor to door: ≈ 1 h
Bus or autorickshaw, about 40 min, 29 km (18 mi)Bus or autorickshaw, about 40 min, 18 mi (29 km)
Visit Guruvanam ashram and local markets.
Kannur
cautionDoor to door: ≈ 2.5 h
Bus, about 2 h, 70 km (43 mi)Bus, about 2 h, 43 mi (70 km)
Larger city; consider only if time permits.
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.
Ananda Ashram
Free food and accommodation, 3 km (1.9 mi) from town centreFree food and accommodation, 1.9 mi (3 km) from town centre
Bakel International
Hotel on T.B. Road, basic rooms
Traffic Raj Residency
₹3,200 per night, near bus station
Raj Residency
2 km (1.2 mi) away, modest rates1.2 mi (2 km) away, modest 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
- ₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed (check)
- Mid
- ₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed (check)
- High
- ₹2,000 (≈ US$25)+ excl. bed (check)
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Autorickshaw (per km) | ₹21 (≈ under US$1) |
| Bus (3 km) | ₹7 (≈ under US$1) |
| Coffee at local cafés | ₹30–₹60 (≈ under US$1) |
| Meal at budget restaurant | ₹80–₹150 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Traffic congestion peaks 7 AM–9 PM near Kottacherry–Old Government Hospital circle.
- Autorickshaw fares are metered; confirm ₹21 (≈ under US$1) /km before boarding.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire
- 101
- Ambulance
- 102
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ഈ വിലാസം ദയവായിTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police100
- Fire and ambulance101
- All services112
Embassy
US consulate in Bangalore; Indian visa on e‑visa portal.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Mangalore → Kanhangad (bus): about ₹300 (≈ US$4), 2 h (check)
- Autorickshaw 5 km: ≈ ₹105
Say or show
- क्षमിക്കണം — Excuse me / Sorry (kshamikkana)
- നന്ദി — Thank you (nandi)
- എത്രയാണ്? — How much is it? (ethrayanu?)
- ബീച്ച് എവിടെയാണ്? — Where is the beach? (beach evideyaanu?)
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 Kanhangad. 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: Nov–Feb · avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 4 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- officialAnanda Ashram
- secondaryWikivoyage: Kanhangad, revision 5285771 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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