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Pazhassiraja College

Pazhassiraja College, Pulpally, Sultan Bathery, Wayanad is a first grade college in India. Reaccredited by NAAC with A+ grade, the college is affiliated with University of Calicut. Pazhassiraja College is the first NAAC A+ graded college in Wayanad district. History Pazhassi Raja College, Pulpally, was started in the year 1982 to cater to the higher education needs of the community in this locality and the surrounding places in Wayanad district. Wayanad is a remotely situated tribal district in Kerala. The College had a humble beginning on 20 October 1982 with two pre-degree batches of students. It was incorporated in 1983. The early times of the college were miserable. Fighting against all the odds, the college started with only 127 students, seven teachers, and eight office staff, and the first Principal, Dr. O. Sooryanaryanan, who came from Government Brennen College, Thalassery. The Society struggled to get a suitable land for this College, and finally they succeeded in buying a piece of land of about fifteen acres, just 1.5 kilometers away from the zero points of Pulpally. The first Management of the College handed over the ownership of the college to the Bathery Diocese of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church, and the latter took over the college in July 1992. The first patron of the college was Bishop Dr. Cyril Baselios, the first Bishop of the Bathery Diocese. The present patron of the college is Bishop Dr. Joseph Mar Thomas, who retired as Principal from the Mar Theophilos Training College, Trivandrum, and a noted Economist and Educationist. Programmes Government Aided Departments Journalism & Mass Communication- PG Travel & Tourism Management- UG History- UG English- UG Economics- UG Econometrics- UG Microbiology- UG BBA- UG Self-Financed Programmes Biochemistry- UG & PG Vocational Studies- Food Science and Agriculture- UG Journalism and Mass Communication (UG) Travel & Tourism Management- PG Economics- PG Microbiology- PG Commerce- M.Com- PG Auxuliary Departments (Aided) Computer Applications Malayalam Hindi Mathematics Political Science Physical Education OTHER PROGRAMS: UGC Add-on Courses Diploma in Computer Application Diploma in Cosmetology & Beauty Parlour Management Notable alumni Shruthi Rajanikanth, Actress Prince Joy, Movie Director (Anugraheethan Antony) Basil V Jose, Spot Editor (Mohankumar Fans) Sudhisha Dharman (Journalist) Riya Baby, Journalist, Mathrubhumi News Binil Pothen Babu, Journalist, Manorama News Saniyo Manomi, Journalist, Reporter TV Jain Mary John, Journalist, Manorama News Gokul Manthara, Journalist, Times Internet See also Education in India Education in Kerala St Mary's College, Sulthan Bathery List of institutions of higher education in Kerala List of colleges affiliated to the University of Calicut References External links Pazhassiraja College University of Calicut University Grants Commission National Assessment and Accreditation Council
Pedda Elikicherla

Pedda Elikicherla is a village and Gram panchayat in Chowderguda mandal of Ranga Reddy district, Telangana, India. Demographics According to Indian census, 2001, the demographic details of Pedda Yelkicherla is as follows: Total Population: 4,246 in 761 Households. Male Population: 2,110 and Female Population: 2,136 Children Under 6-years of age: 837 (Boys - 425 and Girls - 412) Total Literates: 1,273 References
Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary

Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary headquartered in Peechi, Thrissur District of Kerala, India. The sanctuary was established in 1958 consisting of Palappilli- Nelliyampathi forests including the area of Chimmony Wildlife sanctuary and is the second-oldest sanctuary in Kerala. The average summer temperature is 38 °C (100 °F). The average winter temperature is 15 °C (59 °F). References External links
Perambur Loco Works railway station

Perambur Loco Works is a suburban railway station in the Perambur area of the city of Chennai, in Tamil Nadu, in India. It serves the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) that is one of the largest railroad carriage and locomotive manufacturers in the world. The station serves growing areas like Periyar Nagar and Jawahar Nagar localities in the north-west corner of Chennai. The station has an elevation of 7.01 m above sea level. History Perambur Loco Works is one of the three railway workshops serving Indian Railways' Southern Railway zone (the other two being the Perambur Carriage Works in Chennai and the Golden Rock Railway Workshop at Tiruchi). The Perambur region has been a part of the Chennai city since the middle of the 18th century. The Southern Railway's workshop located here was established in the year 1856 to serve the erstwhile Madras and Southern Mahratta (M&SM) Railway Company and was one of the first major industrial units of the early-20th-century Madras. It was a combined locomotive, carriage and wagon POH, and coach-building workshop and was later bifurcated, in 1932, to deal with carriage and wagon POH activity only, shifting the locomotive overhaul activity to the new Loco workshop which was built adjacent to the original workshop. These two workshops are served by Perambur Carriage Works and Perambur Loco Works stations, respectively. In 1951, the Southern Railway was formed by integrating the erstwhile South Indian Railway Company (Madras), the Southern Mahratta Railway Company, and Mysore State Railway with all their workshops and assets. The project 'subway to the platforms' was completed in mid-2019. The lines at the station were electrified on 29 November 1979, with the electrification of the Chennai Central–Tiruvallur section. See also Chennai Suburban Railway Integral Coach Factory Regional Railway Museum Railway stations in Chennai References External links Geohack
Periyar Bridge

Periyar Bridge, formerly known as St. George's Bridge and Triplicane Bridge, is a concrete river bridge in the city of Chennai, India. It connects the southern part of The Island with the city's neighbourhoods to the south of the Coovum River. History The Periyar Bridge was constructed in 1805 as St. George's Bridge. Since it formed the main access to the neighbourhood of Triplicane from Fort St George, it was also known as Triplicane Bridge. The bridge was rebuilt in the 1920s. The St. George's Bridge was renamed as Periyar Bridge after India's independence. References Muthiah, S. (2004). Madras Rediscovered. East West Books (India) Ltd. p. 49. ISBN 81-88661-24-4.
Periyar University

Periyar University is a university in Salem, Tamil Nadu, India. It was established by the Government of Tamil Nadu in 1997. It is named after social reformer Thanthai Periyar E. V. Ramasamy. The University Grants Commissions, New Delhi bestowed 2f status in 1998 and 12(B) status in 2005 to the university. It is accredited by NAAC with 'A++' grade. It has been awarded a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.61 out of 4 points (performance descriptor "Excellent"). University ranked Second in India only after to Mumbai University and First in Tamil Nadu among State Universities. Periyar University is the first State University to rank "A++" grade. History The Government of Tamil Nadu established Periyar University at Salem on 17 September 1997, as per the provisions of the Periyar University Act, 1997. The university caters to affiliated colleges under the area comprising the districts of Salem, Dharmapuri, Namakkal and Krishnagiri. The university got 12(B) and 2f status from the University Grants Commission and was accredited by NAAC with B+ grade in 2007, which was upgraded to 'A' during the reaccreditation in May 2015. In 2021 University upgraded to "A++" grade during the reaccreditation in December 2021. Affiliated colleges A total of 106 colleges from four districts of Tamil Nadu are affiliated with the university and PG extension center at Dharmapuri (Periyar University PG Extension Center, Adhiyaman Government Boys Higher Secondary School Campus), which includes five autonomous colleges, 65 colleges with PG departments and 45 colleges with research departments. More than 1,40,000+ students are studying in the affiliated colleges. Schools and departments Periyar University has 27 teaching and research departments in eight schools. The departments are clustered into schools to promote inter-disciplinary research. A total of 79 academic programmes are offered by the departments. A proposal has been submitted to the state government for approval to start a History Department. Constituent colleges Apart from its teaching and research departments, the university has established five constituent colleges at Mettur, Edappadi (both in Salem District), Pennagaram, Harur, and Pappireddipatti (in Dharmapuri District). Location The university is on National Highway 7, 7 km (4.3 mi) from Salem city. The campus extends to about 110 acres (0.45 km2), accommodating the administrative and department buildings. Rankings The university was ranked 4th Rank (ARRAI) Atal Ranking among the universities. The university was ranked 56th among universities and 100th Overall by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in 2024. References External links Official website
Perumal Par

Perumal Par, also known as Peremul Par, is an uninhabited coral atoll belonging to the Amindivi Subgroup of islands of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep, India. It has a distance of 2,001 km (1,243 mi) south of the city of Delhi. Geography Perumal Par is located at 11.164°N 72.05°E﻿ / 11.164; 72.05, 33 km south of Bitra Par and 25 km to the northwest of Bangaram Atoll. The atoll is very similar in appearance to Cherbaniani Reef further north. It has a large lagoon devoid of islands in the encircling reef, except for 3 small sandy islets located at the eastern area. The lagoons area is 83.02 km2 (32.05 sq mi). the Islands of Perumal Par are: North Island, located at 11.2088°N 72.1041°E﻿ / 11.2088; 72.1041, with an area of 0.1 hectares (0.25 acres). Middle Island, located at 11.1977°N 72.0955°E﻿ / 11.1977; 72.0955, with an area of 0.64 hectares (1.6 acres). South Island, located at 11.15°N 72.0875°E﻿ / 11.15; 72.0875, with an area of 0.98 hectares (2.4 acres). Ecology Terns of different species visit this atoll. Some damage to the corals of this atoll caused by Acanthaster planci crown-of-thorns starfish was observed in the 1990s. Its surrounding waters are a good fishing area for baitfish and the place is often visited by fishermen from inhabited islands nearby. Tourists from nearby Bangaram Island resort often make excursions to this lonely atoll. References External links Hydrographic Description (Indian Ocean Pilot) Angling adventures in the Arabian Sea Archived 23 January 2011 at the Wayback Machine Birds of Lakshadweep Islands List of Atolls Archived 13 August 2012 at the Wayback Machine An ornithological expedition to the Lakshadweep archipelago Sources towards a history of the Laccadive Islands
Perumbalam

Perumbalam is an island village in the Alappuzha district in the Indian state of Kerala. As of 2001 India census, Perumbalam had a population of 9,733 with 4,880 males and 4,853 females. The village is situated upon an island in Vembanad Lake. The island has a total land area of 6 square kilometers. It lies 600 meters to the west of the Ernakulam district of Kerala. It is connected to the mainland on the Alappuzha side by the Perumbalam Bridge, which is over 1.1 km long. Location See also Battle of Cochin (1504) References
Perumbalam

Perumbalam är en ort i Indien. Den ligger i distriktet Alappuzha och delstaten Kerala, i den södra delen av landet, 2 100 km söder om huvudstaden New Delhi. Perumbalam ligger 11 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 9 678. Terrängen runt Perumbalam är platt. Havet är nära Perumbalam åt nordväst. Runt Perumbalam är det tätbefolkat, med 913 invånare per kvadratkilometer. Närmaste större samhälle är Kochi, 15,3 km nordväst om Perumbalam. I omgivningarna runt Perumbalam växer i huvudsak städsegrön lövskog. Kommentarer Källor
Perumpallam Dam

Perumpallam Dam is a dam in Sathyamangalam, Erode district, Tamil Nadu, southeastern India. It is fed by rainwater from the Kadambur Hills and the Bhavani River. It was built in the 1980s. It measures roughly 2 km long and 40 metres in height and occupies 65.29 hectares of land. The reservoir which the dam inundates is subject to dramatic changes in water levels, from drought to heavy flooding such as in November 2006. References
Pitti

Pitti, also known as Pakshipitti (pakshi meaning "bird" in Malayalam,Kannada, Telugu and Tamil), is an uninhabited coral islet in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep, India. Geography It is located at 10°46′N 72°32′E about 24 km to the north of Kavaratti, 37 km to the east of Agatti and 42.5 km to the south-southwest of Amini Island. The island is low and arid and, lacking adequate anchorage points, of difficult accessibility. There is another island with the same name in Lakshadweep which is part of the Kalpeni Atoll. Pitti Island is 300 × 200 m and devoid of vegetation. There is a dark rock on the eastern side and several stone cairns. Ecology Pitti is an important nesting place for pelagic birds such as the sooty tern (Sterna fuliginosa), the greater crested tern (Sterna bergii) and the brown noddy (Anous stolidus). The birds nest side by side, but not intermixed, on the dry coral rubble. There is a seasonal pattern in the breeding period of the birds. Since it has no protecting reef surrounding it, the islet is periodically rinsed by wave action and there is no accumulation of guano on it. Pitti Bank Pitti is located at the southern end of Pitti Bank, a largely submerged atoll, on the same bank as Amini Island. Pitti Bank, also oriented along a northeast–southwest axis, is 49 km long, in the northern part from 2 to 7 km wide and in the southern part up to 18 km wide. The 11th parallel north passes across the bank. Pitti Bank may be considered a largely submerged and sunken atoll, with an estimated lagoon area of 415 km2 (160 sq mi), with just the two islands Amini and Pitti remaining at its opposite ends, 42.5 km apart. Administration The island belongs to the township of Kavaratti Island of Kavaratti tehsil. References Mondreti, R., Davidar, P. & Grémillet, D. (2018). "Illegal egg harvesting and population decline in a key pelagic seabird colony of the Eastern Indian Ocean". Marine Ornithology. 46: 103–107. External links Hydrographic Description (Indian Ocean Pilot) Lagoon sizes List of Atolls An ornithological expedition to the Lakshadweep archipelago Sources towards a history of the Laccadive Islands
Pocharam Wildlife Sanctuary

Pocharam Wildlife Sanctuary is a forest and wildlife sanctuary located 15 km (9.3 mi) from Medak and 115 km (71 mi) from Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Spanning over 130 square kilometres (50 sq mi), in the districts of Nizamabad and Medak, it was a former hunting ground of the Nizam that was declared a wildlife sanctuary in the early 20th century. It is named after the Pocharam lake, formed from the bunding of the Allair from 1916-1922. The sanctuary has an ecotourism center for visitors. It is home to many species of birds and mammals. The sanctuary is situated 100 km from Nizamabad city. References External links
Pocharam

Pocharam Santuario de Vida Silvestre es un santuario del bosque y la vida silvestre ubicado a 15 km de Medak y 115 km de Hyderabad, Telangana, India.​ Que abarca más de 130 kilómetros cuadrados, que fue un antiguo coto de caza del Nizam y que fue declarado un santuario de vida silvestre en el siglo XX. Lleva el nombre del lago Pocharam, formado a partir de la construcción de terraplenes de la Allair 1.916-1922. El santuario tiene un centro de ecoturismo para visitantes. Es el hogar de muchas especies de aves y mamíferos.​ Referencias Enlaces externos Página web oficial
Police headquarters building, Chennai

The Police headquarters building hosts the headquarters of the Tamil Nadu Police. It is located on Kamarajar Salai along the promenade of the Marina Beach. It is spread over an area of 11.7 acres (4.7 ha). The building is classified as a heritage structure. The building was built in 1839 originally as a Free Masons lodge, and was taken on lease by the Madras Police in 1865 for a rent of ₹90 (equivalent to ₹45,000 or US$470 in 2023) per month. In 1874, the building was bought by the government for ₹20,000 (equivalent to ₹9.9 million or US$100,000 in 2023) and was expanded at a cost of ₹10,000 (equivalent to ₹4.9 million or US$52,000 in 2023). A new annexure building, consisting of three blocks, spread over a built-up area of 161,000 ft2 (15,000 m2), was added in 2012 at a cost of ₹245 million (equivalent to ₹460 million or US$4.8 million in 2023). See also Architecture of Chennai Chennai Police Commissionerate References
Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences

Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) is a tertiary care hospital and teaching institute at Kalapet in the Union Territory of Puducherry, India. The college has been approved for full recognition by MCI for 150 seats for MBBS degree granted by the Pondicherry University. The PIMS is a unit of The Madras Medical Mission, a charitable society and hospital in Chennai promoted by the members of the Malankara Orthodox Christian community. College administration The Office-bearers of The Madras Medical Mission are: H.G Dr. Yuhanon Mar Diascoros, Bishop of Madras - Hon. President Reji Abraham - Hon. Vice-President M.M. Philip - Hon. Secretary and Chairman (PIMS) E. John Thomas - Hon. Treasurer The Hospital/Medical School is currently administered by Director-Principal Dr. Renu Gboy Varghese. Administrative Officers include: Dean UG (Undergraduate Studies): Dr. Johnny Asir Dean PG (Postgraduate Studies): Dr. Sheela Devi Bazroy Dean Research: Dr. Reba Kanungo Dean MEU: Dr. Subhasis Das Registrar: Dr. Anil.J.Purty Academics and courses PIMS has a Medical College, Multi-Specialty Hospital and a Nursing College. PIMS Pondicherry offers more than 20 courses in medical stream including MBBS, MD, MS and M Ch in plastic surgery. All these courses include undergraduate, post graduate and doctoral courses. It also has post graduate diplomas in many fields. College of Nursing, PIMS College of Nursing (French: Collège des sciences infirmières), Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences was established in 2004 and is affiliated to Pondicherry University. It offers BSc and Msc in nursing. References External links Official website
Ponmudi Dam

The Ponmudi Dam is a concrete gravity dam built across the Panniyar river which is a tributary of Periyar river at Konnathady panchayath of Konnathadi village in Idukki district of Kerala, India. The dam was constructed in 1963 as a part of a hydroelectric project. Construction was led by E.U.Philipose, Superintending Engineer, Kerala State Electricity Board. It has a length of 288.80 metres (947.5 ft). The hydropower component of the dam has an installed capacity of 30 MW with firm power of 17 MW, generating 158 GWh annually. Taluks through which the river flow are Udumbanchola, Devikulam, Kothamangalam, Muvattupuzha, Kunnathunadu, Aluva, Kodungalloor and Paravur. Location The dam, located near Munnar on the Panniar river in the Periyar river valley in Kerala, is part of the basin of the West flowing rivers of the Tadri to Kanyakumari. The nearest city is Udumbanchola. Mattupetty to Ponmudi dam is a distance of 39 kilometres (24 mi). Features The Ponmudi dam is a masonry gravity dam of 59 metres (194 ft) height with a total length of 294 metres (965 ft). At the Full Reservoir Level, the gross storage capacity of the reservoir is 51,540,000 cubic metres (1.820×109 cu ft) and live storage is 47,400,000 cubic metres (1.67×109 cu ft). The dam has a total volumetric content of 181,000 cubic metres (6,400,000 cu ft). The dam is located in Seismic Zone-III. The reservoir water spread area or submergence area is 2.79 square metres (30.0 sq ft). The spillway is designed for a design discharge of 1,416.03 cubic metres (50,007 cu ft) per second. The flood discharge is routed through a spillway which is fitted with three radial gates, each 10.9728 by 6.4008 metres (36.000 ft × 21.000 ft). The stored water is diverted through a tunnel of 3,066 metres (10,059 ft) for power generation creating a head of 220 metres (720 ft). Hydro power development The water stored in the reservoir is utilized for power generation by diverting the flows through a 3,066-metre (10,059 ft) tunnel followed by two lines of penstock pipes each with a diameter of 1.7 metres (5 ft 7 in) and a length of 762 metres (2,500 ft). The two penstock pipe lines are designed to carry a discharge of 17.88 cubic metres (631 cu ft) per second. The power station located at Panniyar is provided with installation of 30 MW comprising two units, each of 15 MW capacity Francis turbines. The firm power generation is 17 MW and the annual power generated is 158 GWh. The first unit was commissioned on 29 December 1963 and the second unit on 26 January 1964. The units were renovated in 2001 and 2003. Major disaster In a major disaster at the project site, which occurred 17 September 2007, one of the penstock valves burst causing the death of 7 people, destroying 15 houses, and damaging 150 acres (61 ha) of crops. The reason attributed to the pipe burst is the loosening of the flange bolt connection. The damaged valve was rectified in July 2009. References External links PONMUDI DAM - KSEB
Pookode Lake

Pookode Lake is a scenic freshwater lake in the Wayanad district in Kerala, South India. A major tourist destination in the district, Pookode is a natural freshwater lake nestling amid evergreen forests and mountain slopes at an elevation of 770 meters above sea level. It is 15 km away from Kalpetta. It is the smallest and highest elevation freshwater lake in Kerala. Origin Panamaram, the rivulet which ultimately becomes Kabani River, originates from Pookode Lake. It is spread across an area of 8.5 hectares and with a maximum depth of 6.5 metres. Lying 3 km south of Vythiri town, the lake is one of the most popular tourist spots in Wayanad. Features The lake has the natural shape of India's map in aerial view. This perennial fresh water lake, nestled among wooded hills, is only one of its kind in Kerala. Pethia pookodensis, is a species of cyprinid fish known to occur only in Pookode Lake. The lake has abundance of blue lotus and fresh water fishes. Boating facilities are also there. The forests surrounding the lake hold many wild animals, birds and flies. There are groups of Blue water lily flowers scattered here and there in the lake. In the entrance there is a handicraft shop where you can buy everything like handmade soap, Ayurvedic medicinal products, crafts etc. Administration The lake is under the South Wayanad forest division and run by District Tourism promotion council. Boating facilities, children's park, handicrafts and spices emporium and fresh water aquarium are among the tourist attractions here. Gallery References External links Photos of Pookode Lake
Basilika Unserer Lieben Frau von Lourdes (Poondi)

Die Basilika Unserer Lieben Frau von Lourdes oder Poondi Madha Basilica ist die Kirche eines römisch-katholischen Pilgerzentrums in Indien. Die Basilika im Weiler Poondi liegt zwischen den Flüssen Kaveri und Colleroon und gehört zum Bistum Kumbakonam und zum südlichen Bundesstaat Tamil Nadu. Geschichte Die Kirche wurde von 1714 bis 1718 errichtet durch den bedeutenden italienischen Jesuitenmissionar Constantine Joseph Beschi (1680–1742), bekannt als Veeramamunivar. Der Pfarrer Lourdes Xavier setzte 1955 die für den Erhalt dringend notwendige Dachreparatur des Mittelteils um. Am 3. August 1999 wurde die Kirche durch Papst Johannes Paul II. zur Basilica minor erhoben. Architektur Der Baustil der Kirche ist eine Mischung aus französischer Architektur und gotischen Elementen, dazu kommen Einflüsse von Hindutempeln. An der Fassade oberhalb der Kirchentüre stehen Statuen der Apostel sowie von Franz Xaver und Constantine Joseph Beschi. Die Kirche besitzt eine Kreuzreliquie. Weiterhin brachte Bruder Darres eine Marienstatue aus Frankreich nach Indien, verehrt als Frau von Poondi. Weblinks Offizielle Website Poondi Basilica bei come2india.org (englisch) Einzelnachweise