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Ezhamkulam
village
Thookkam at Ezhamkulam temple
Thookkam at Ezhamkulam temple
Country  India
State Kerala
District Pathanamthitta
Population
 (2001)
 • Total 18,884
Languages
 • Official Malayalam, English
Time zone UTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
691543
Vehicle registration KL-26(Adoor sub RTO)
Thaluk, Subdivision and Revenue division Adoor
Lok Sabha constituency Pathanamthitta
Climate Monsoon (Köppen)

Ezhamkulam is a village located in the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala, India. It is about 5 kilometers (3 miles) away from the center of Adoor, a nearby town. This village is known for its rich culture and traditions.

Culture and Festivals in Ezhamkulam

Ezhamkulam is famous for its ancient Ezhamkulam Devi Temple. A Devi temple is a place of worship dedicated to a goddess. This temple holds special annual festivals that are a big part of the village's culture.

What is the Kumbha Bharani Festival?

The main event at the temple is the annual Kumbha Bharani festival. This festival is a time for celebration and special ceremonies. It usually takes place in the Malayalam month of Kumbham, which is around February or March.

Unique Temple Traditions and Offerings

During the Kumbha Bharani festival, several unique traditions take place:

  • Garudan Thookkam: This is a special ritual where performers dress up as Garuda, a mythical bird from Hindu stories. They perform a dance that looks like Garuda flying.
  • Vazhipadu Thookkam: This is another type of ritual offering performed at the temple. It is a way for people to show their devotion.
  • Kettukazhcha: This involves creating large, decorated structures or chariots. These beautiful displays are carried around during the festival, adding to the grand celebration.
Ezhamkettu
Ezhamkettu festival

Population of Ezhamkulam

According to the 2001 census of India, Ezhamkulam had a total population of 18,884 people. Out of this number, 9,017 were males and 9,867 were females. This information helps us understand the number of people living in the village at that time.

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