General Information

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Capital:  Kavaratti
 
Location:  The Islands lie between 8° and 12° 13` North Latitude and 71° & 74° East Longitude
 
Population(1991):  51,707 (93% Muslim belonging to the Shafi school of the Sunni sect.) The people of the islands are very similar to the people of Kerala. 

Language:  Malayalam is by far the most commonly spoken language, however Mahl, is spoken in Minicoy. 

Economy:  Coir (coconut fiber), copra, and fish are notable economic products. The canning factory at Minicoy possesses Tuna fish. Tourism is an emerging industry. Cheriyam, Suheli, Valiyakara and Tinakara have been identified for international tourism. A Society for Promotion Of Recreational Tourism (SPORTS) was established for the development of tourism.

Climate:  Lakshadweep has a tropical climate. From 27 to 32 degree Celsius during September to March. From 30 to 33 degree Celsius in April and May. The monsoon period is from 15 may to 15 September. Some effect of the northeast monsoon is felt in October-November in the form of light transitory showers which cool the place. 


Distance:  220-440 Kms. from the South West coast of India