in Hindustan, a French settlement and seaport on the coast of Malabar, containing an area of 2 square miles. It is situated at a short distance from Tellicherry, on the banks of a river, which is navigable for large boats a considerable way up the country. Small vessels can also cross the bar, where there is a secure harbour. The town is neat, and contains many good houses. The principal export is pepper, which is produced in abundance in the surrounding country. It was taken possession of by the French in 1722, but was retaken by the British in 1761. It was restored at the peace of Paris in 1763, but was again taken in 1793. The British establishment, previously established at Tellicherry, was then removed to Mahe; but the place having been restored to the French at the general pacification of 1815, the British establishment was replaced in its original station at Tellicherry. The Carmelites have a church here. Pop. 2616. It is situated in E. Long. 75° 38', and N. Lat. 11° 42'.