The tourist office is staffed by helpful and enthusiastic people. They have a range of leaflets as well as a list of bus times.

you can change most travelers cheques at the Indian Overseas Bank. It is open on weekdays from 10 a.m to 2 p.m and Saturday until noon.

Hospital Suradeep Hospital ,Thirukula Street. Tel-- 42448/42099.

Police Station Kovalam Road Tel--42221.