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Chittur
Spend a half‑day in Chittur to see the temples and wildlife sanctuary; stay overnight if you want a relaxed night.
Chittur is a small town in Palakkad District, Kerala. Its main attractions are a cluster of temples and the nearby Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary. Buses connect it to Palakkad, Pollachi, Coimbatore and Thrissur; the nearest railway station is Palakkad and the nearest airport is Coimbatore.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Feb
- avoid Mar–May (heavy rains)
- Airport
- CJB
- 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
Emergency numbers for Chittur112 ▾
- Police / Ambulance112
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 Chittur, 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
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch belongings on buses and in crowded temples.
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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 numbers112 police / 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
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- AirportCJB Coimbatore International Airport (about 70 km (43 mi) by bus).CJB Coimbatore International Airport (about 43 mi (70 km) by bus).
- Getting aroundLocal buses and auto‑rickshaws are the main transport; walk 5–10 min between nearby temples.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedBudget hotel/guesthouse, a night, per person₹600 (≈ US$7)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₹1,800 (≈ US$25)
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₹2,600 (≈ US$30)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹900 (≈ US$11) · Mid ₹1,500 (≈ US$18) · High ₹2,500 (≈ US$30)
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
- CJB Coimbatore International Airport (about 70 km (43 mi) by bus)CJB Coimbatore International Airport (about 43 mi (70 km) by bus)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Feb
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Mar
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°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: Mar–May. Month by month →
Warmest Mar (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C) low), wettest Jul (16 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Chittur: 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
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
2 rd
Feb
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
4 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
16 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
16 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
4 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 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
Local buses and auto‑rickshaws are the main transport; walk 5–10 min between nearby temples.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Bus from Chittur to Parambikulam, about 45 min
Tiger reserve with tribal villages; entry fee check
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.
C.D. Regency
basic rooms in Anikode, close to temples
Palakkad Heritage
heritage‑styled lodging in Koduvayoor, 5 min drive
Priya Hotel
budget hotel in Puthunagaram, near bus stop
Shree Vasta Regency
mid‑range option in Koduvayoor
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
- Mid
- ₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel/guesthouse1 × 1 night × ₹600 | ₹600 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹900 | ₹900 |
| Bus from Palakkad to Chittur (round‑trip)1 × ₹150 · check | ₹150 |
| Parambikulam sanctuary entry1 × ₹200 · check | ₹200 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹185 |
| Trip total≈ ₹2,035 per person per day, bed included | ₹2,035≈ US$25 |
2026 estimate in INR; flights not included.
Prices of common things
| Tea at a local shop | ₹20–₹40 (≈ under US$1) |
| Meal at a modest restaurant | ₹80–₹150 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Bus ticket Palakkad → Chittur | ₹50–₹100 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus schedules vary; check timings at the Palakkad bus depot.
- Parambikulam sanctuary entry may require a permit; verify ahead.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Ambulance
- 112
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इस पते पर, कृपयाTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police / Ambulance112
Embassy
Indian consulates are in nearby cities; see the India travel guide for details.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Palakkad → Chittur bus: about ₹70 (≈ under US$1), 45 min (check)
Say or show
- क्षम करें — Excuse me / Sorry (kṣama karēṁ)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavād)
- कितना है? — How much is it? (kitnā hai?)
- शौचालय कहाँ है? — Where is the toilet? (śaucālaya kahā̃ 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 Chittur. 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 Mar–May (heavy rains) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 4 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Palakkad for more dining options.
- Combine with a visit to Malampuzha Dam (30 min drive).
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Chittur
- secondaryWikivoyage: Chittur, revision 5303916 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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