Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
550K
Population
177 km2
Area
67 Mbps
Internet
1m
Elevation
Asia/Kolkata
Timezone
CCJ (23km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Kozhikode's beaches host beachside kite festivals and bustling spice markets echoing Vasco da Gama's 1498 landing, infused with Kerala's lush coastal vibe. Nomads find co-working amid coconut groves with good broadband, relishing the tropical monsoon rhythm and backwater houseboat day trips.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Kerala
Region
Central and Southern Asia
Population
550K
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Elevation
1 m
Airport
CCJ
GPS
11.25, 75.78
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
67 Mbps internet — adequate for most digital work
Climate
Year-round average of 26C — near-ideal temperatures
A mid-sized city of 550,440 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
3,909 total POIs 22.1 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
321
Cafes
93
Bars
6
Fast Food
43
Shopping
Supermarkets
135
Convenience
116
Shopping Malls
40
Healthcare
Hospitals
199
Clinics
126
Pharmacies
67
Education
Schools
609
Universities
71
Libraries
123
Recreation
Parks
43
Playgrounds
91
Sports
43
Cinemas
21
Museums
3
Theatres
8
Transport
Bus Stops
287
Train Stations
7
Fuel Stations
91
Services
Banks
248
ATMs
85
Post Offices
86
Police
45
Fire Stations
6
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
67 Mbps
Download
65 Mbps
Upload
12ms
Latency
9,516
Tests
3,059
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
27°
J
27°
F
27°
M
26°
A
26°
M
26°
J
26°
J
26°
A
26°
S
26°
O
27°
N
27°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 26.3 C Range: 27.1 - 25.5 C Rain: 3,629 mm/year Sunshine: 3,178 h/year
CITY SCORES
85.3
Nomad Index
B
Livability
37.5
Culture
55.2
Overall
AIRPORT
CCJ
Calicut International Airport
23 km from center
~41 min ride
FUN FACTS
It is the nineteenth largest urban agglomeration in the country and the second largest one in Kerala.
Calicut city is the second largest city proper in the state with a population of 609,224 within its municipal boundaries.
It is the largest city on the Malabar Coast and was the capital of the British-era Malabar district.
It was the capital of an independent kingdom ruled by the Samoothiris (Zamorins).
The port at Kozhikode acted as the gateway to the medieval South Indian coast for the Chinese, the Persians, the Arabs, and finally the Europeans.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Kozhikode known for?
Kozhikode's beaches host beachside kite festivals and bustling spice markets echoing Vasco da Gama's 1498 landing, infused with Kerala's lush coastal vibe. Nomads find co-working amid coconut groves with good broadband, relishing the tropical monsoon rhythm and backwater houseboat day trips.
How fast is the internet in Kozhikode?
Kozhikode has an average download speed of 67 Mbps and upload speed of 65 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Kozhikode?
Kozhikode has an average year-round temperature of approximately 26.3 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Kozhikode?
Kozhikode is served by CCJ (Calicut International Airport), approximately 23 km from the city center.
What is the population of Kozhikode?
The population of Kozhikode is approximately 550K.
What infrastructure does Kozhikode have?
Kozhikode has 3,909 mapped points of interest, including 321 restaurants, 199 hospitals, 609 schools.
What country is Kozhikode in?
Kozhikode is located in Kerala.