Kadakkal is an agricultural village in the eastern part of
Kollam District. Numerous coconut trees and hillocks dotting its terrain add to the scenic bliss. Many social revolutionary activities were held in this place during the pre-independent period of India. The neighboring
panchayats of Kadakkal are Chithara,
Nilamel,
Ittiva, Kummil and
Chadayamangalam. It has a market which is regarded as one of the foremost spice trading centers in
Kerala.
Kadakkal Temple is a famous landmark here. There are good restaurants, national banks, government hospital and theaters at Kadakkal.
The nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport.