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The secret behind this Indian village that is home to 400 pairs of twins
400 pairs of twins live in Kodinhi, Kerala. Although it remains a mystery to researchers, there are some theories about it.
The mystery behind this Indian village where 400 pairs of twins live. (Image: Canva)
KodinhiA remote village in Keralaâs Malappuram district is still a mystery to researchers as it is home to the highest number of twins in the country. According to reports, there are at least 400 pairs of twins in this village with a population of 2000 families. While official estimates in 2008 put the number of twins in the village at 280 pairs â the number has only increased in the years since. Also, it is important to note that while the national average of twin births is no more than 9 in 1000 births, in Kodinhi the number is as high as 45 in 1000 births.
Although various theories have been proposed, no one knows the exact cause. There are several factors that have been speculated to play a role in this rare phenomenon.
One of the leading theories suggests that genetic factors may have contributed to the high incidence of twins in Kodinhi. Studies indicate that certain genetic variations within a population increase the chance of conceiving twins.
Furthermore, the traditional diet of Kodinhi residents is another factor. It is rich in nutrients and antioxidants â which have been seen as a potential factor affecting twinning rates.
In October 2016, a joint team of researchers from different institutions â CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology, Hyderabad, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS) and the University of London and Germany â visited the village to find some answers. They collected saliva and hair samples from the twins to study their DNA. However, nothing concrete emerged.
As you enter the village, you will be welcomed by a blue board that reads, âWelcome to Godâs own twin village â Kodinhi.â P Bhaskaran, president of the Twins and Kins Association, the only organization of its kind in India, says the people of Kodinhi are now curious to know what is the reason for the birth of so many twins in their village. Like everyone else, theyâre looking for answers!
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