 Other neighbouring towns include Kottangal, Perumpetty, Alapra, Manimala, Ponthanpuzha, Ranni, Erumeli, Vaipur, Ezhumattoor, and Chalappally.Chunkappara is in the middle of a hilly region, with springs flowing throughout.The place is believed to have been located in the midst of Ponthanpuzha forest centuries ago.