Ottapalam is a town in Palakkad district in Kerala state, south India. Situated on the banks of the Bharathapuzha river (or Nila), Ottapalam claims a rich cultural heritage and has hosted many historic events. Headquarters of the taluk by the same name, it is one of the municipalities of the district. It used to be a major town of the erstwhile Valluvanad, during the reign of the Zamorins of Calicut.
This place is basically a quite residential town, ideal for retired life. Known as a typical example of the Valluvanadan lifestyle. Ottapalam is associated with some of dignified personalities like Sir. C. Sankaran Nair, K P S Menon, V P Menon and the list continues.
