It lies in the Idukki district of Kerala, South India.

The main public establishments of Chilavu are Christ the King Catholic Church, Muhyudheen Juma Masjid, Sri Mahadevar Temple, St. Augustine's L.P School., BNE Madrasa and Masjidul Noor.

A post office, a branch of Alakodu Service Cooperative Bank, Chilavu Ayurvedic Dispensary, and Primary Health Centre are the main public institutions in Chilavu.

Chilavu junction and surrounding places were main locations for the famous film "Poozhikadakan" directed by Gireesh Nair.

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