Neighbourhood in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
Venganoor
Venganoor is an area within the Thiruvananthapuram City of Kerala, India, which is situated 13 km south of the city.
It is known as the birthplace of Ayyankali, the great Dalit leader of Kerala. Venganoor is located near Vizhinjam where an international trans-shipment port is being built.
Venganoor is one of the border divisions of Thiruvananthapuram corporation.
How locals move
Getting around Venganoor the local way
- Get inFrom the station, hire a taxi or auto-rickshaw to Poovar (approximately ₹300–400 by auto, ₹500–600 by taxi).
- Get inTaxis and auto-rickshaws are the most convenient option for the final stretch.
- Get aroundAuto-rickshaws are available for moving between the jetty, resorts, and the village proper.
- Get aroundRates for a standard one-hour backwater and beach cruise start at approximately ₹600–1,000 per person for shared boats; private charters cost more.
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