Geography
Kalikavu Grama Panchayat is a rural local body located in Nilambur Taluk of Malappuram District, Kerala. The region is characterized by hills and mountainous areas situated close to the Western Ghats. Forests, small rivers, and streams are abundant in this area. The geographical features of the Chaliyar River basin also influence the terrain of the region. Kalikavu is predominantly an agriculture-based area, where crops such as rubber, coconut, black pepper, and banana are widely cultivated. The region receives high rainfall and experiences a humid tropical climate. Laterite soil and forest soil are the major types of soil found in the area.