Keekozhur facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Keekozhoor
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 Keekozhoor
Location in Kerala
Keekozhoor
Location in India
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| Country |  India |
| State | Kerala |
| District | Pathanamthitta |
| Government | |
| • Body | Ranny |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Malayalam, English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN |
689672
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| Nearest city | Ranny |
| Lok Sabha constituency | Pathanamthitta |
| Civic agency | Ranny |
Keekozhoor (sometimes spelled Keekozhur) is a small village in the state of Kerala, India. It sits right by the Pamba River. This village is about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) from Ranni and 9 kilometers (5.6 miles) from Kozhencherry. It's also about 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) from the main town of the Pathanamthitta district. Keekozhoor is part of the Ranny and Cherukole local councils.
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Life in Keekozhoor
Keekozhoor is a small village located on the banks of the Pamba River. It is known for its friendly community. People here work together and help each other out. This idea of "self-help through mutual help" is very important to them.
Cultural Heritage
The village has a rich and old culture. Keekozhoor is closely connected to the famous Aranmula cultural traditions. For example, the Keekozhur-Vayalathala Palliyodam is a special boat. It has been a strong participant in the Aranmula Vallamkali (a famous boat race) for a very long time.
Traditional Arts
Every year, during February or March, traditional temple arts are performed in Keekozhoor. These include Padayani and Mudiyittu. These performances happen at the ancient Bhadrakali temple during a festival called Pooram.
Education in Keekozhoor
Keekozhoor has several schools for its young people.
- There is a Government High School.
- There is also a Government Lower Primary School.
- The Mar Thoma Lower Primary School is in the eastern part of the village.
- The Noel Memorial Upper Primary School is managed by the Brethren Church.
Early Libraries
Keekozhoor was one of the first places to have a library. This library and reading room gave people a chance to read good books. It helped them develop a love for reading. The Noel Memorial Upper Primary School was also one of the first schools in the area.
People of Keekozhoor
Most people in Keekozhoor belong to the Christian community. There are many different churches in the village, showing the variety of Christian faiths.
- Indian Pentecostal Church
- Full Gospel Church of God
- Brethren Church
- Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church
- Mar Thoma Church
- Evangelical Church
- Malankara Catholic Church
- Salvation Army
Temples in Keekozhoor
The village also has a Hindu Temple. The Cheruvallikavu Bhagavathi Temple is a very old place of worship. It is more than 800 years old! The main deity (god) worshipped here is Goddess Bhadrakali.
Missionary Work
Many years ago, two dedicated Christians from Keekozhoor, Pottakulathu Abraham Thomas (Pappy) and Karamvelimannil Daniel (Danichan), started Christian missionary work in Malayalapuzha. Later, Elangical Philip Upadeshi joined them. They found a place in the forest, which is now the Malayalapuzha Mission field of the Mar Thoma Church. Pastor P.T. Abraham, from Pottakulathu, also served as a pastor for Ceylon Pentecostal Churches in North India. He worked in cities like Pune, Madras, Kohima, Delhi, and Jullander, and he wrote many books.
