Question

The place of origin of the river Valapattanam is :

• A. Brahmagiri hills
• B. Eringal hills
• C. Thattamalai
• D. Balappooney hills

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Brahmagiri hills

Valapattanam River

• Origin - The Valapattanam River originates from the Brahmagiri Hills in Coorg district of Karnataka.

• It flows west for about 110 km and empties into the Arabian Sea at Azhikkal near Valapattanam town.

• It is the longest river in Kannur district. Historically, the river was an important waterway for the timber industry.