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        Carmel Polytechnic College is actually located in Alappuzha (Alleppey), not Ernakulam city. It is situated in Punnapra, about 7 km south of Alappuzha town. Established in 1958, it is a landmark institution in the region.Since it is a major center for exams and technical training, many students travel from Ernakulam (Kochi) to reach here. The school/college is located right on the NH-66 (Kochi-Kanyakumari Highway), making it exceptionally easy to find for those driving or taking a bus along the coast.    </div>
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                        <p class="mb-0 small text-dark"><ul class="mb-0 ps-3"><li><strong>Cochin International Airport (Nedumbassery - COK): </strong>The airport is approximately 85–90 km away from the college. Travel Time: Roughly 2 to 2.5 hours depending on highway traffic.</li><li><strong>How to reach: </strong>The most convenient way is to hire a taxi from the airport (approx. ₹2,500–₹3,500). Alternatively, take an orange &quot;Electric/Low Floor&quot; KSRTC bus from the airport to Vytilla (Kochi) and then catch any Alappuzha-bound bus.</li></ul></p>
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            <p class="mb-0 small text-dark"><ul class="mb-0 ps-3"><li><strong>Main Railway Station: </strong>Alappuzha Railway Station (ALLP): This is the main station, located 7 km from the college.  Punnapra Railway Station: This is a smaller local halt just 1.5 km away.</li><li><strong>How to reach: </strong>From Alappuzha Station: Exit the station and take an auto-rickshaw directly to the college (approx. ₹150–₹200).  From Punnapra Station: Only local passenger/MEMU trains stop here. If you catch one, it&#039;s a very short 5-minute auto ride (approx. ₹50) or a 15-minute walk to the campus.</li></ul></p>
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            <p class="mb-0 small text-dark"><ul class="mb-0 ps-3"><li><strong>Nearest &amp; Main Bus stand: </strong>Nearest Bus Stop: Punnapra Carmel Junction is the dedicated stop right in front of the college.  Main Bus Stand: Alappuzha KSRTC Bus Station is about 7 km away.</li><li><strong>Bus Routes: </strong>Connectivity is excellent. Any KSRTC or private bus heading toward Ambalapuzha, Haripad, Kayamkulam, or Kollam from the Alappuzha bus stand will pass by the college. The fare is roughly ₹12–₹20. Just ask for the &quot;Punnapra Carmel Poly&quot; stop.</li></ul></p>
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            <p class="mb-0 small text-dark"><ul class="mb-0 ps-3"><li><strong>Auto/Cab: </strong>You can often book an Uber from Kochi (Ernakulam) to drop you at the college, but finding one for the return trip from Punnapra might be difficult. Use local &quot;Auto Stands&quot; for the return leg.</li></ul></p>
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