Things to do in Bandadka, Kerala
Bandadka is a small town in Kasaragod district in the state of Kerala, India. It is also called Kottakal because of Bandadka Fort.
5 places to visit in and around Bandadka, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Ranipuram
Ranipuram, formerly Madathumala, is a village and a major tourist attraction in the Kasaragod district of the Indian state of Kerala. It is located near Talakaveri Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala-Karnataka border.
Wikipedia - 2Devaragundi
Devaragundi, meaning 'God's pool', is a waterfall in India. It is created by one of the mountain streams at Thodikana.
Wikipedia - 3Adoor Mahalingeshwara Temple Wikidata
- 4Nellithattu Mahavishnu Temple Wikidata
- 5Altharakkal Sree Muthappan Madapura
Altharakkal Sree Muthappan Madapura is a temple, located at Pullur Village about 6.2 km from Kanhangad and 25 km from Kasaragod City in Kasaragod District, Kerala.
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Best time to visit Bandadka
Best weather: Nov–Apr.
- Jan23°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb25°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar27°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr27°CPleasant, Best months
- May26°CRainy
- Jun24°CRainy
- Jul23°CRainy
- Aug23°CRainy
- Sep23°CRainy
- Oct23°CRainy
- Nov22°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec22°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 23°C | 3 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 25°C | 6 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 27°C | 22 mm |
| Apr | Pleasant | 27°C | 63 mm |
| May | Rainy | 26°C | 192 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 24°C | 687 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 23°C | 775 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 23°C | 580 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 23°C | 330 mm |
| Oct | Rainy | 23°C | 229 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 22°C | 90 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 22°C | 16 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Bandadka
- Nearest railway station: Kaniuru Halt (KNYR), 26 km away.
- Nearest airport: Mangaluru Airport (IXE), 66 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Bandadka costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Bandadka is not included.
Compare Bandadka with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bandadka | – | Nov–Apr | 5 |
| Chengala | 23 km | Nov–Feb | 9 |
| Perla, Kasaragod | 24 km | Nov–Feb | 7 |
| Alampady | 26 km | Nov–Feb | 9 |
| Cherupuzha, Kannur | 28 km | Nov–Apr | 5 |
Distances in a straight line from Bandadka; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Bandadka?
The best known are Ranipuram, Devaragundi, Adoor Mahalingeshwara Temple, Nellithattu Mahavishnu Temple, Altharakkal Sree Muthappan Madapura.
When is the best time to visit Bandadka?
Best weather: Nov–Apr.
How do I reach Bandadka?
Nearest railway station: Kaniuru Halt (KNYR), 26 km away. Nearest airport: Mangaluru Airport (IXE), 66 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Bandadka cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Bandadka is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.