Thevara

Thevara is a prominent waterfront neighborhood located in the southern part of mainland Kochi, Ernakulam district, Kerala. Positioned along the Vembanad backwaters, Thevara serves as a key transit bridge between MG Road/Panampilly Nagar and the industrial/residential zones of Kundannoor and Willingdon Island.

Key Information Profile
​Pincode: 682013
​Vehicle Registration: KL-07 (Ernakulam RTO)
​Local Governance: Kochi Municipal Corporation (KMC)
​Geography: Bound by backwaters on three sides, offering scenic waterfront drives and waterfront residential developments.
​Connectivity & Strategic Bridges
​Kundannoor–Thevara Bridge:
​A critical arterial bridge linking Thevara directly to NH 66 at Kundannoor, providing easy access to Maradu, Vyttila, and the Southern Bypass corridor.

Mattancherry Bridge (Old / New):
​Connects Thevara directly to Willingdon Island and onward to Fort Kochi and Mattancherry.
​Proximity to Central Hubs:
​Ernakulam Junction (South) Railway Station (ERS): ~3.5 km.
​MG Road & Panampilly Nagar: ~2 to 3 km north.
​Kochi Metro: Served by Maharaja's College and Kadavanthra metro stations nearby.
​Key Educational & Cultural Institutions
​Sacred Heart College (SH College): Established in 1944, this autonomous institution run by the CMI congregation is one of Kerala's premier centers for arts, science, and media studies.
​Kerala Folklore Museum: A three-story architectural structure showcasing thousands of traditional Kerala artifacts, ancient masks, costumes, and temple sculptures.
​Schools: Home to prominent schools including Sacred Heart Higher Secondary School, Aquinas High School, and Cochin Refineries School.
​Defense & Public Infrastructure
​Southern Naval Command Base: Thevara borders key naval establishments and residential quarters under the Indian Navy's Southern Naval Command.
​Cochin Shipyard Proximity: Located just north of Thevara along MG Road.
​Waterfront Living: A major hub for luxury high-rise apartments and waterfront gated communities due to its views of the backwaters and proximity to the city center.