Naduvannur is a census town and Grama Panchayat located in the Kozhikode district of Kerala, India. Situated at the center of the district, it serves as an integral part of the Kozhikode Urban Agglomeration.
The name Naduvannur is derived from its historical significance as the center of the Kurumbranad territory. In this context, "Nadu" signifies the center, while "ur" (or "oor") denotes a place.