Elavumthitta facts for kids
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Elavumthitta
Elavinthitta
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| Country |  India |
| State | Kerala |
| District | Pathanamthitta |
| Government | |
| • Body | Mezhuveli Panchayath |
| Elevation | 46 m (151 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 32,399 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Malayalam, English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN |
689625
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| Telephone code | 0468 |
| Vehicle registration | KL-03 |
| Nearest city | Kollam |
| Literacy | 94.7% |
| Lok Sabha | Pathanamthitta |
| Assembly | Aranmula |
| Civic agency | Mezhuveli Panchayath |
Elavumthitta (also called Elavinthitta or Elavanthitta) is a lively town in the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala, India. It's located close to the border of the Alappuzha and Pathanamthitta districts. Most people living here are from Hindu and Christian families.
The main crops grown in Elavumthitta are rubber, coconut, black pepper, and plantains. The area has many hills with green paddy fields in between. Elavumthitta is a busy center for trade in the Mezhuveli and Chenneerkara areas.
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Geography and Travel in Elavumthitta
Elavumthitta is about 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) from Pathanamthitta, which is the main city of the district. Other towns nearby include Chengannur (14.5 km), Pandalam (8 km), Kozhencherry (11 km), and Adoor (14 km).
Getting Around
- The closest Railway Station is Chengannur Railway Station, about 15 kilometers (9 miles) away.
- The nearest Police Station is right in Elavumthitta.
- For air travel, the closest airports are Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (107 km) and Nedumbassery International Airport (130 km).
Two main roads pass through Elavumthitta. One connects Pathanamthitta – Elavumthitta – Chengannur. The KSRTC runs regular bus services on this road. The other important road is the Adoor – Elavumthitta – Kozhencherry road.
Hills and Rivers
Elavumthitta is about 46 meters (150 feet) above sea level on average. There's a peak called Namakuzhy, which is 118 meters (387 feet) high. It's about 2 kilometers north of Elavumthitta and is the highest point in the area.
There's a cool legend about Namakuzhy peak! People say that the Pandavas, who were famous heroes from the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata, visited this place. They even say there are giant footprints on the rocks, believed to be from Bhima, the super strong warrior. There was also a pit with water that never dried up, which added to the local stories.
Elavumthitta is important for two big rivers: the Sacred Pamba and Achankovil. The heavy rainfall in the region helps keep these rivers full, even in summer. This means Elavumthitta always has plenty of groundwater, so people here don't usually face droughts or floods. Most homes have their own wells for water.
Rainfall in Elavumthitta
Elavumthitta doesn't have its own rain gauge, but it's very close to Pathanamthitta, which does. The rainfall data helps us understand the weather patterns. The average yearly rainfall in this area is about 2700 millimeters. This high rainfall is why the region stays green and has plenty of water.
| year | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | July | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 2005 | 20 | 1 | 77 | 358 | 279 | 652 | 670 | 155 | 421 | 220 | 375 | 91 |
| 2006 | 27.7 | 0 | 148.3 | 135.6 | 448.7 | 452 | 476 | 271.3 | 320.9 | 480.4 | 253.7 | 0 |
| 2007 | 0 | 10 | 24.5 | 313 | 156.8 | 632.8 | 755.2 | 325.6 | 444.1 | 456.2 | 176.5 | 8.1 |
| 2008 | 0 | 65.3 | 158 | 198.4 | 61.5 | 287 | 644.1 | 346.1 | 368.2 | 345.9 | 142.9 | 40.7 |
| 2009 | 5.5 | 2 | 49 | 115.4 | 166.8 | 378 | 454 | 227.4 | 290.2 | 222.7 | 299.6 | 34.9 |
| 2010 | 31 | 0.7 | 66.3 | 210 | 268.2 | 502.5 | 432.5 | 402.2 | 259.4 | 454.9 | 526.4 | 89.1 |
| 2011 | 46 | 74.3 | 92.5 | 269.7 | 175.5 | 591.2 | 305.7 | 286.2 | 334.2 | 165.7 | 132.8 | 176 |
| 2012 | 9.1 | 13 | 84.6 | 281.5 | 84.6 | 179.5 | 270.6 | 451.6 | 138.4 | 158.9 | 120.1 | 26 |
| 2013 | 9 | 24.4 | 92 | 47 | 154 | 728.7 | 608.4 | 281 | 310.3 | 268.4 | 306.1 | 18 |
History and Culture of Elavumthitta
The Elavumthitta Market is very old! It celebrated its 100th birthday in 2009. Back in 1909, a person named Mooloor S Padmanabha Panicker started this market. He was a member of the 'Sreemoolam Prajasabha', which was like a local council. He named the market "Sreemoolam Rajagopalavilasam".
Aswathy Festival
The most exciting yearly festival for people in Elavumthitta is the Aswathy Celebration. It happens in the Malayalam month of meenam. While Onam is a big festival for everyone in Kerala, Aswathy is special just for Elavumthitta. Kids especially look forward to this day, saving up their pocket money to buy fun things at the Aswathy fair!
Cattle Market
The Elavumthitta Chantha (ഇലവുംതിട്ട ചന്ത), or cattle market, also celebrated its 100th year in 2009. You can find the cattle market open on the 9th and 22nd of every Malayalam month.
In the middle of Elavumthitta, there's a giant banyan tree. No one knows exactly how old it is, but some say it's over 800 years old! This tree has given shade to many travelers over the centuries. It stands tall and majestic, providing a home for birds and fruits for those who need them.
First Sivagiri Pilgrimage
In 1932, with the blessings of Sree Narayana Guru, five young men from Elavumthitta began the very first 'Sivagiri Theerthadanam' (pilgrimage). Sree Narayana Guru had approved the idea of starting this pilgrimage on January 16, 1928. It was decided that the first journey would begin from Elavumthitta. The S N D P unit No.76 in Elavumthitta chose these five young men, sometimes called 'Manjakkilikal' (yellow birds):
- P.K.Divakara Panicker – Son of Mooloor.S.Padmanabha Panicker
- P.K.Kesavan – Plavunilkkunnathil
- P.V.Raghavan – Ayathil Melepurathootu Veetil
- M.K.Raghavan – Ayathil Edayilekizhakkethil
- S.Sankunni – Thekkeveetil
Sri.P.K.Divakara Panicker led this group. This journey was very important because it started the famous Sivagiri pilgrimage, which thousands of people follow every year now. This pilgrimage has become a symbol of unity and peace.
Mooloor S. Padmanābha Panicker
Mooloor S. Padmanābha Panicker was a famous poet and a social reformer from Travancore. He was born in 1869. He named his home in Elavumthitta 'Kerala Varma Soudham' to honor his close friend, Kerala Varma Valiyakoyi Thampuran.
Arts and Sports
In the past, people in Elavumthitta didn't have many entertainment options besides the annual "Aswathi Maholsvam" festival. Cinema halls were far away, and it was hard to get there by bus. Still, some adventurous people would walk all the way to nearby towns like Pathanamthitta or Chengannur to watch movies!
Today, there are several clubs for arts and sports:
- Elavumthitta Cultural Club – ECC
- Mooloor Jyothis Arts & Sports Club, Ayathil
- Azad Arts & Sports Club, Elavumthitta
- Sariga Arts & Sports Club, Planthottathukala
- Sangeetha Arts Club, Nediyakala
- Sahridaya Vedi, Sahridaya Nagar
- Janasakthi Sports Club, Nediyakala
- Suvarna Kala Samskarika Samithi, Ayathil
- Soorya Arts &Sports Club, Muttathukonam
- Dr Ambedkar Memorial Aksharakala Samskarika Kendram Poovanmala Junction
Libraries in Elavumthitta
Libraries are great places to learn and read! Here are some in and around Elavumthitta:
- Dr. Ambedkar Memorial Aksharakala Samskarika Kendram Library
- Menon Smaraka Grandhasala, Nediyakala, Mezhuveli
- Janatha Library and Reading Room, Muttathukonam
Schools and Colleges
Elavumthitta has many educational places:
- Sreebuddha College of Engineering
- Salvation Army L P School, Thumpamon North – This was the first school in Elavumthitta, started in 1903! It celebrated its 100th year in 2003. The land for the school was given by Sri Neelakanta Pillai, who was also its first headmaster.
- S N Giri S N D P H S S Chenneerkkara
- S N D P H S S, Muttathukonam North
- CMS High School, Kuzhikkala
- Sree Narayana Guru College of Advanced Studies, Mezhuveli
- Padmanabhodayam H S S, Mezhuveli
- Gangadhara Vilasam L P School, Mezhuveli
- Teachers Training Institute, Mezhuveli
- Govt. Model L P School, Mezhuveli North
- U P School, Mezhuveli North
- S N Govt. L P School, Kooduvettikkal, Karithotta
- Govt. Of India Women's I T I, Elavumthitta
- Sarasakavi Mooloor Smaraka U P School, Chandanakkunnu
- Ambedkar English Medium School, Konganal buildings, near Melathemukku.
- Mezhuveli Panchayat I T C
- CMS U P School, Nallanikunnu
- Kendriya Vidyalaya, Chenneerkara
Temples and Churches
Elavumthitta is home to many places of worship:
- Elavumthitta Bhagavathy Temple
- Elavumthitta Malanada
- Ayathil Malanada
- Mezhuveli Anandabhootheshawaram Temple
- Aranmula Sree Parthasarathi Temple
- Omalloor Raktha Kanda Swamy Temple
- Pandalam Valiya Koickal Sree Dharma Sastha Temple
- Kulakkada SivaParavathi Temple
- Christ The King Catholic Church Elavumthitta, Punalur Diocese. Established on November 4, 1936.
- Kuzhikkala Marthoma Church
- Manjinikkara Church
- Bethlehem Marthomma Church
- India Pentecostal Church of God
- The Pentecostal Mission
- St. Paul's CSI Church, Nallanikunnu
- Malankara Catholic Church
- Sehion Mar Thoma Church
- St Thomas Marthoma Church (Pulinthitta Church)
- Thabor Mar Thoma Church Pullamala
- Jarusalem Mar Thoma Church Ayathil
- Ebenezer Marthoma Church Chenneerkara
- Thachirethu Vettiyil Sree Nagaraja Nagayakshi kavu
Famous Writers
- Mooloor S Padmanabha Panicker
- Kambisseri Karunakaran
People of Elavumthitta
Elavumthitta covers parts of four local areas called panchayats: Chenneerkkara, Mezhuveli, Kulanada, and Elanthoor. The total number of homes in the Elavumthitta area is 7,988, and the population is 32,399 people. The literacy rate (meaning how many people can read and write) in Elavumthitta is very high, at 94.70%. Dairy farming is also a common activity here.
