| Kozhencherry | |
| Native Name: | കോഴഞ്ചേരി |
| Settlement Type: | Census Town |
| Pushpin Map: | India Kerala |
| Pushpin Label Position: | right |
| Pushpin Map Caption: | Location in Kerala, India |
| Coordinates: | 9.3388°N 76.7127°W |
| Subdivision Type: | Country |
| Subdivision Name: |  India |
| Subdivision Type1: | State |
| Subdivision Name1: | Kerala |
| Subdivision Type2: | District |
| Subdivision Name2: | Pathanamthitta |
| Government Type: | Panchayati Raj (India) |
| Governing Body: | Gram Panchayat |
| Unit Pref: | Metric |
| Area Footnotes: | [1] |
| Area Total Km2: | 9.74 |
| Population Total: | 12,021 |
| Population As Of: | 2011 |
| Population Density Km2: | auto |
| Demographics Type1: | Languages |
| Demographics1 Title1: | Official |
| Demographics1 Info1: | Malayalam, English |
| Timezone1: | IST |
| Utc Offset1: | +5:30 |
| Postal Code Type: | PIN |
| Postal Code: | 689 641 |
| Area Code Type: | Telephone code |
| Area Code: | 91-468 |
| Registration Plate: | KL-03 |
| Blank1 Name Sec1: | Nearest city |
| Blank2 Name Sec1: | Sex ratio |
| Blank2 Info Sec1: | 90:29 ♂️/♀️ |
| Blank3 Name Sec1: | Literacy |
| Blank3 Info Sec1: | 96% |
| Blank4 Name Sec1: | Lok Sabha constituency |
| Blank4 Info Sec1: | Pathanamthitta |
| Blank5 Name Sec1: | Vidhan Sabha constituency |
| Blank5 Info Sec1: | Aranmula |
| Blank6 Name Sec1: | Civic agency |
| Blank6 Info Sec1: | Grama Panchayat |
Kozhencherry is a census town in Pathanamthitta district of Central Travancore region (South Central Kerala) in Kerala state, India. census, the population was 12,021 of which 5,594 are males while 6,427 are females.[2]
Kozhencherry is located in central Travancore and at the heart of Pathanamthitta District. It lies along the banks of the sacred Pampa River, which originates from Sabarimala, and is surrounded by hills and lush green valleys. The town's history is deeply intertwined with that of Central Travancore State. Historically, Kozhencherry was one of the five major towns in the former state of Travancore.
The land of Kozhencherry is highly fertile, supporting the cultivation of plantations, paddy, tapioca, coconut, rubber, pepper, sugarcane, vegetables, spices, and more. In the past, goods from the Kozhencherry market were transported to Kochi and Alappuzha via the Pampa River in large boats. In 1869, during the reign of Sree Moolam Thirunal, resident Mr. G.A. Bellard initiated a public market, which later became known as the Bellard Public Market. This highlights Kozhencherry's significant role in ancient trade. The town was also closely linked to banking and cooperative societies, with Malankara Syndicate Bank being a pioneer in Travancore.
On 11 May 1935, Sri C. Kesavan called for the opening of roads and schools to the public, the cessation of Divanji's rule, and the establishment of democratic governance during a public meeting in Kozhencherry. This call to action spurred public involvement in the Freedom Struggle alongside Mahatma Gandhi. Keshavan was subsequently arrested and imprisoned. A stone monument in the town center commemorates this event.[3]
In education, Kozhencherry has made significant contributions to central Travancore. St. Thomas High School was established in 1910, attracting students from various regions. St. Thomas College followed in 1953. Recognizing Kozhencherry's prominence, a District Hospital was founded over 112 years ago by the rulers. Additionally, Kozhencherry Panchayath was established in 1953.
The total area of this village includes hill areas, plane lands, semi hill areas and paddy fields
Kozhencherry is part of Pathanamthitta district. Before the formation of the Pathanamthitta district in 1982, Kozhencherry belonged to Kollam district.
The very famous Maramon Convention conducted in this village at the sand bed of pampa river. The statue of C. KESAVAN, famous for Kozhencherry speech during Freedom Fight is very near to Village office. District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) office is in Kozhencherry village near Panchayath stadium. There is no other tourism spot in this village.
Kozhencherry primarily relies on private buses and many long-distance Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) buses. Auto rickshaws are also commonly used and are typically hired for short distances (1–3 km) in areas not serviced by buses. Jeeps are favored for transportation in hilly or rugged terrains.
The nearest railway stations are at Thiruvalla 17.7km (11miles) and Chengannur which are nearly 12.1km (07.5miles) away.
The proposed Sabarimala International Airport, Cheruvally would be the closest airport upon completion, at 25km (16miles) from Kozhencherry township.
The nearest extant airport is Trivandrum International Airport, at 111.5km (69.3miles).