Aluva

Aluva (formerly known as Alwaye) is a major commercial, educational, and transportation hub situated along the banks of the Periyar River in the Ernakulam district of Kerala. Located approximately 15 km north of Kochi city center, Aluva serves as the main entry point to Kochi and the broader Central Travancore region.
​Key Information & Demographics
​Pincode: 683101
​Vehicle Registration: KL-40
​Local Body: Aluva Municipality
​River: Periyar River (Kerala's longest river flows directly through the town).
​Key Highlights & Connectivity
​Major Transit Hub:
​Kochi International Airport (COK): Located at Nedumbassery, just 11 km from Aluva town.
​Aluva Railway Station (AWY): One of the busiest railway stations in Kerala, serving as a key stop for almost all long-distance and passenger trains.
​Kochi Metro: Aluva serves as the northern terminal station of the Kochi Metro Line 1.
​Bus Network: Houses a major KSRTC regional bus terminal and private bus stand connecting northern and central Kerala.
​Cultural & Religious Significance:
​Aluva Manappuram: Located on the sandbanks of the Periyar River, famous for the annual Aluva Sivarathri festival, where thousands of devotees gather to offer Bali Tharpanam for ancestors.
​Aluva Palace: A historical royal retreat built by the Travancore Kingdom, situated along the riverbank.
​Sreekrishna Swamy Temple & St. Dominic's Church: Prominent heritage places of worship located nearby.
​Education & Healthcare Hub:
​UC College (Union Christian College): Founded in 1921, one of the oldest and most prominent higher education institutions in Kerala.
​Federal Bank Headquarters: Aluva is the founding location and administrative headquarters of Federal Bank, one of India's major private sector banks.
​Hospitals: Home to major healthcare centers including Rajagiri Hospital (nearby Chunangamvely) and District Hospital Aluva.
​Industrial Proximity:
​Close to major industrial belts such as Kalamassery, Eloor (FACT, HIL), and the Kinfra Hi-Tech Park.