Vaniyamkulam is an old town and a significant trading hub located in the Southern Malabar region of Kerala, India. Situated within the Palakkad District, the town serves as a key commercial center for the exchange of goods.
The name Vaniyamkulam is derived from "Vaniyan," a term associated with a specific trading community. The town is particularly noted for its role in livestock trade, specifically handling animals arriving from the neighboring state of Tamil Nadu.