| Title | नारियल खोल - Nāriyal Khol (Coconut Shell)नारियल खोल Nāriyal Khol |
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| Description | Nāriyal Khol (Coconut Shell) is a natural fiber composite material. It has a density of 1.2 g/cm³, a tensile strength of 20-30 MPa, and is used in roofing and as filler material. It is naturally resistant to some pests. |
| Tags | नारियल खोल Nāriyal Khol Coconut Shell Natural Fiber Roofing |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-356215139-20-11-25-NC |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/coconut-shell |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/coconut-shell |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 20, 2025 |
| Types | Natural Fiber Composite Material |
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| Regions | Kerala Tamil Nadu Coastal Regions |
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| Time Periods | Traditional Practices |
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| Sources | Coconut plantations |
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| Properties | Density: 1.2 g/cm³ Tensile strength: 20-30 MPa Moisture content: Variable Thermal conductivity: Low |
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| Uses | Roofing Filler material Fuel Handicrafts |
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| Materials | चूना - Chunā (Lime Mortar) काष्ठ - Kāshtha (Wood) |
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| Styles | Vernacular architecture |
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| Categories | House Rural Buildings |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Traditional Knowledge Systems of India | Book | Uses of coconut shell in construction |
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Padmanabhapuram Palace Kanyakumari | Primary | 100% |