Chetlat Island — Local services in Lakshadweep

The Chetlat Island is 56 km on the north of the Amini and 432 km (233 nautical miles) away from Kochi. It lies between 11° 41′ and 11° 43′ N latitude and 72° 41′ and 72° 43′ E longitude having an area of 1.40 sq km. Along the eastern side of the island, there is a wide belt of coral delta formed by storms, which broadens at the north and covers the whole southern end of the island.

CHETLAT is the northern most inhabited island.Coir twisting is thechief occupation of the people here.The coconut yield is poor and income is meagre.Manufacture of mats and weaving of coconut leaves are the spare time industries here.The island suffered a great deal at the hands of the portuguese in the 16th century.Boat building was a flourishing industry at the beginning of the 20th century when all the vessels needed by the Amindivi islanders were built here.

Climate The climate of Chetlat is similar to the climatic conditions of Kerala. March to May is the hottest period of the year. The temperature ranges from 25oC to 35oC and humidity ranging from 70 -76 per cent for most of the year. The average rainfall received is 1600 mm a year. Monsoon prevails here from 15th May to 15th September. The monsoon period raises temperature to the mercury level between 27- 30 degrees. During the monsoon time, boats are not allowed outside the lagoon because of the violent sea. The presence of the reef maintains calm...

Chetlat Island is a tiny coral island located in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep, India. It is only 2 km long. The island is well-known for its handicrafts and the role it plays in empowering women in the handicraft industry The Melachari tribe residing on the island has been involved in the handicraft industry for centuries, passing down traditional knowledge and techniques from generation to generation . Despite its small size, Chetlat Island has a rich cultural heritage and is home to lovely people . The island also boasts of a white sand beach and a lagoon with...

Its where the Place I belongs to.....and the people there are amazing.......you should visit...... lakshadweep once Actually the area is less about 2 km in length width varies total of below 400 families two schools three nursery and a bank .a hospital. A helipad .a boat jetty.a library . A ground located at northern part ..to the South of a park ...there are 23 MOSQUES. 6 Wards...