Pattathanam

Pattathanam is a residential area in the city of Kollam in Kerala, south west India. It is located 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) from Chinnakkada, the commercial hub of Kollam city. It is home to various educational institutions. Subrahmanya Swami Temple, where annual elephant festival (Pattathanam Gajamela) is held is located here. The Latin Catholic Bharata Rajni Church, Ammannada Ardhanarishvara temple, St. John’s Marthoma Church, St. Thomas CSI Church are located in Pattathanam.

Pattathanam
Neighbourhood
An upcoming mall under construction near Pattathanam
Pattathanam
Location in Kollam, India
Pattathanam
Pattathanam (Kerala)
Pattathanam
Pattathanam (India)
Coordinates: 8.88°N 76.6071°E / 8.88; 76.6071
Country India
StateKerala
DistrictKollam
Government
 • BodyKollam Municipal Corporation(KMC)
Languages
 • OfficialMalayalam, English
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
691021
Vehicle registrationKL-02
Lok Sabha constituencyKollam
Civic agencyKollam Municipal Corporation
Avg. summer temperature34 °C (93 °F)
Avg. winter temperature22 °C (72 °F)
Websitehttp://www.kollam.nic.in

Schools and colleges

Schools and colleges located in the area include Vimala Hridaya Catholic Girls High School, Kristhu Raj Boys High School, Balika Mariyam LPS, Fatima Mata National College and Bishop Jerome College of Engineering. The SNDP Upper Primary School was selected for an International School Award (ISA) by the British Council in 2011.

Notable individuals

Notable individuals born in Pattathanam include:

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