Angamoozhy facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Angamoozhy
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 Angamoozhy
Location in Kerala
Angamoozhy
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| Country |  India |
| State | Kerala |
| District | Pathanamthitta |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Malayalam, English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
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| Telephone code | 04735 |
| Vehicle registration | KL- 83 |
| Climate | Tropical summer (Köppen) |
| Avg. summer temperature | 35 °C (95 °F) |
| Avg. winter temperature | 18 °C (64 °F) |
Angamoozhy is a small village located in the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala, a state in India. It is found near the Kakkad power station and the famous Sabarimala temple. Angamoozhy is known for its beautiful high-range geography.
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What is Angamoozhy Like?
Angamoozhy is a high-range area, meaning it has many hills and is close to the Western Ghats mountains. It sits about 18 meters (59 feet) above sea level. A small river called Kakkattar, which is a branch of the Pamba River, flows through the center of Angamoozhy town.
The name Angamoozhy comes from Anamoozhy. This name means "elephant town" in Malayalam, because elephants used to visit the town center.
How People Live and Work
Most people in Angamoozhy work in farming and plantations. People started settling here about 100 years ago. The main crops grown are rubber, pineapple, tapioca, nuts, ginger, and pepper. Rubber is the most important crop, covering a very large area. The hilly land and high humidity are perfect for growing rubber trees.
The people of Angamoozhy belong to different religions, mainly Hindu, Christian, and Muslim. There are many places of worship in the village. Many families also have members working outside Kerala or even outside India.
Hinduism (72.3%) Christianity (21.6%) Islam (6.1%)
Getting Around Angamoozhy
Angamoozhy is connected to the town of Pathanamthitta by both government-run KSRTC buses and private buses. The village is located on the Mannarakulanji-Moozhiyar Road.
Pilgrims visiting the famous Sabarimala temple often travel through Angamoozhy on their way back.
Travel to Angamoozhy
- Airports: The nearest airports are Thiruvananthapuram International Airport and Cochin International Airport. Both are about a three-hour drive away.
- Railways: The closest train stations are Chengannur (65 km away) and Thiruvalla (69 km away).
- Roads: Main roads include the Vadaserikara - Chittar - Angamoozhy - Plappally Road and the Pathanamthitta - Angamoozhy - Kumily road.
- Local Transport: Taxis (like auto-rickshaws and cars) are available. Smaller buses also run regularly on the narrower roads.
Climate and Weather
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Angamoozhy has a tropical climate. This means it's generally warm, and the rainy season (monsoon) starts in June. April and May can be quite humid. The best time to visit is from October to February when the weather is cooler.
The village experiences three main seasons:
- Summer: From March to May. April is usually the warmest month. Even though summer lasts until May, there can be heavy thunderstorms during this time.
- Monsoon: Starts in June, bringing a lot of rain.
- Winter: From December to February. January is the coolest month.
Important Places and Landmarks
Angamoozhy is often called the "gateway" to the famous Sabarimala pilgrim center.
- Nilackal St. Thomas Church: This historic church is located near Angamoozhy.
- Sabarigiri Hydroelectric Project: This is the second-largest hydroelectric power project in Kerala and is located in this village. It helps produce electricity using water power.
- Sree Shakthi Dharmasastha Temple: This is the only temple in Angamoozhy, dedicated to Lord Ayyappa. Other deities like Shiva and Ganapathy are also worshipped here. A special festival called Utsavam is held every year, usually in March or April. During the Sabarimala pilgrimage season, many pilgrims visit this temple.
Chayalppadi Church
The St. Thomas Chayalpadi Malankara Catholic Church has an interesting history. In 1972, a monk named Fr. Nadamala Philipose came to Angamoozhy. At that time, it was an undeveloped area between two important pilgrim centers: Sabarimala (Hindu) and Nilackal (Christian).
Fr. Nadamala wanted to help renew the Nilackal church, which is believed to be one of the seven churches started by St. Thomas. He lived in a simple hut in this forest area, which was home to many wild animals. Local people, including Hindus, Christians, and Muslims, worked together to build a hut for him. He named his hut 'Chayalpadi', which means 'entrance to Nilakkal'. Besides his religious work, he also helped with the social development of the area.
Education
Here are some of the important schools in Angamoozhy:
- Gurkulam U.P.S Angamoozhy
- S.A.V.H.S Angamoozhy
- Cherupushpam Eng. Medium Nursery School Angamoozhy
Health Facilities
- Govt. Primary health centre
- Chaithanya Hospital
- Gov. Homeo hospital
Nearby Places of Interest
Angamoozhy is close to several interesting spots, including:
- Plappally
- Nilakkal
- Gavi
- Moozhiyar
Images for kids
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Sree Narayana Guru Mandhiram (night view)
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Pepper - the King of Spices - on a Pepper Vine
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Rubber Trees in a Plantation
