| Korapuzha | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| Country | India |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Source | |
| • location | Arikkankunni |
| • elevation | 610 m (2,000 ft) |
| Mouth | |
• location | Arabian Sea |
| Length | 40 km (25 mi) |
| Basin size | 624 km2 (241 sq mi) |
Korapuzha, also known as Elathur River, is a short river of 40 km (25 mi), with a drainage area of 624 km2 (241 sq mi), flowing through the Kozhikode district of Kerala state in India. It is formed by the confluence of two streams, Akalapuzha and Punoor puzha which originate in the mountains of Wayanad district. The Korapuzha empties into the Arabian Sea at Elathur. The river and its main tributaries become tidal as they near the Arabian Sea. There is heavy boat traffic over the last 25 km (16 mi) of its course. It forms part of the West Coast Inland Navigation System.