Koottickal is a town at the base of Western Ghats mountain ranges in the Kottayam district, in the state of Kerala. It is above sea level and is situated on the eastern border of Kottayam District, 55 km from Kottayam, and around 5 km away from Mundakayam on the NH 220 (Kottayam–Kumily Road). The Muthukora Hills are nearby.
Location
This village is situated on the banks of Manimala River; Kuttikkanam, Peermade and Thekkady Forest Reserve are close by.
History
In October 2021, massive landslides destroyed around 300 homes, 100 shops and killed 13 people.