Uzhavoor is surrounded by small places like Edakkoly, Poovathumkal, Melareekara and Pius Mount.

A place called "Anakkallumala", meaning "Mountain shaped like an elephant" is a site with a fabulous view.

The St. Stephen's Church of Uzhavoor belongs to the Kottayam Arch Diocese of Knanaya Catholic community which was built in 1631.

The people of this village who belong to different religions and communities live here in peace, harmony, and unity.

[1] Former President of India K. R. Narayanan, who came from one of the poorest families of this village, is the role model for these people even today.

It lies on the busy rail route between Thiruvananthapuram and Ernakulam and is served by several long-distance trains connecting most major cities in the country, like New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Chennai and Ahmedabad.

The Kerala State Water Transport Department (KSWTD) operates ferry services through the backwaters in and around Kottayam city.

In recent years, the boat jetty at Kumarakom has acquired international fame as a launch point for the backwater rides on Vembabad lake, which has virtually become a poster image for tourism in Kerala.

[2] The major port city of Kochi (70 kilometres (43 mi)) can be reached by the well-connected roads from Uzhavoor to Piravom and to Ernakulam The climate in this region is moderate and pleasant.

According to the division of places in Kerala based on altitudes, Uzhavoor is classified as being a midland area.

The area is a main and major gateway to the hilly parts of Kerala and to the Western Ghats.

From June through September, the south-west monsoon brings in heavy rains, as Uzhavoor lies on the windward side of the Western Ghats.

Nearest major stations : [citation needed] Santhigiri Ayurveda & Siddha Hospital Uzhavoor Kottayam, PO, poovathingal