Cheruthazham is a Census Town and Grama Panchayat located in the Kannur district of Kerala, India. It serves as a significant cultural hub within the state, known for its deep roots in traditional performing arts.
The town is home to the famous Hanumarambalam, a site dedicated to Sri Rama and Hanuman. It is also recognized as the birthplace of Kalamandalam Krishnan Nair, an influential figure who contributed significantly to the art of Kathakali. The local community maintains a strong tradition of musical expertise in forms such as panchavadyam, taayambaka, and chenda melam, with training for these traditional arts continuing among the younger generation.