West Kallada facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
West Kallada
Padinjare Kallada
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West Kallada has regular ferries to Kollam
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| Country |  India |
| State | Kerala |
| District | Kollam |
| Population
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| • Total | 17,958 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Malayalam, English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN |
691500
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| Telephone code | 0476 |
| Vehicle registration | KL-61 |
| Nearest city | Kollam |
| Lok Sabha constituency | Mavelikkara |
| Vidhan Sabha constituency | Kunnathoor |
| Climate | Tropic (Köppen) |
West Kallada is a village located in the Kollam district of Kerala, India. It is a place with a rich history and cultural traditions.
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Population and People
As of the 2001 India census, West Kallada had a total population of 17,958 people. There were 8,705 males and 9,253 females living in the village at that time.
Kallada Valiyapally: A Historic Church
St. Mary's Orthodox Syrian Church in West Kallada is a very important place for many people. It is one of the main pilgrimage centers for the Malankara Church. This church has a long history, going all the way back to the 9th century AD.
Church records show that the first church in Kallada was destroyed. This happened because of fights between the leaders of East and West Kallada. Later, a woman from the Thulassery Manapurathu family found the cross from the destroyed church in the river. She convinced the Queen of West Kallada to give land for a new church. The queen agreed after receiving valuable gifts.
The Kallada St. Mary's ValiyaPalli, also known as Thulassery Manapurathu Marthamariyam Church, was built by people who came to Kollam from West Asia in the 9th century AD. The church was very respected, and this is shown by the special place given to the church's horse in the 'kettukaazhcha' festival. This also shows how people from different groups lived together peacefully back then. Many priests from the ThulasseryManapurathu family have been buried inside the church.
The Tomb of Mar Anthrayos Bava
The tomb of Mar Anthrayos Bava, also known as Kallada Valiyappoon, is located in this church. Because of his tomb, the church is also called Mar Anthrayos Pilgrim Church.
Mar Andrews Bava arrived in Mulanhthurthy in 1678 with his three brothers. He stayed there for a long time. Later, he traveled eastward because some local people were not very cooperative.
He then reached Vettikkal, which was a trading center. There, he found a small chapel. He bought some land nearby and started living there. One of his brothers stayed in Mulanthuruthy and started a family. Famous religious leaders like Parumala Thirumeni came from this family line.
From Vettikkal, Mar Andrews Bava traveled to other places like Kuruppampadi and Puthenkavu. Finally, he reached Kallada. He was drawn to a Christian church dedicated to Mother Mary that was built in the 9th century AD. The Thulassery Manapurathu Tharavad family, who were the traditional priests of the Kallada Valiyapally, welcomed him. Mar Andrews Bava spent his final days in Kallada.
When he passed away, he was buried inside the church. Many people believe they received blessings through his prayers, which showed his holiness. He died on the 19th day of the Malayalam month of Kumbham. His special commemoration festival is celebrated on that day.
The Mar Andrews Commemoration Festival at St. Mary's Orthodox Syrian Church in West Kallada is celebrated on March 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. This corresponds to the 18th and 19th days of the Malayalam month of Kumbham. [1]
Thiruvatta Temple
The Thiruvatta Temple (Malayalam: തിരുവാറ്റ ശ്രീ മഹാദേവർ ക്ഷേത്രം) is an old Hindu temple in West Kallada. It is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.
Schools and Education
West Kallada has several schools that help children learn and grow:
- Govt. HSS, West Kallada
- Government UPS, Valiyapadam
- Govt. L. P. School, Kothapuram
- Govt. L. P. School, Kanatharkunnam
Hospitals and Health Centers
The village also has facilities to take care of people's health:
- Govt Ayurvedic Hospital, West Kallada
- Govt Veterinary Hospital, West Kallada
- Primary Health Center, Aithottuva, West Kallada
- Primary Health Center, Koikkalbhagom, West Kallada
Libraries and Cultural Spots
West Kallada has many libraries, which are important places for reading and learning:
- Sri Kumbalath Sankupilla Smaraka Grandhasala, Karali junction
- Abhiraj Grandhasala, Kanatharkunnam
- V.K.S. Grandhasala Aithottuva
- Chintha Grandhasala Ulluruppu
- Nalandha Library, Thottathilkadav
- Navodaya Grandhasala, Kadapuzha
- E.M.S. Grandhasala, Valiayapadam west, Vilanthara
- Gramam. Grandhasala, Valiayapadam, Vilanthara
- C.K. Thankappan Smaraka Grandhasala, Aithottuva
- P.K. Raghvan Smaraka Grandhasala, Aithottuva
- Kadisseril Achyuthan Pilla Smaraka Grandhasala, Aithottuva
- Priyadarsini Grandhasala, Aithottuva
- T.P. Sadanandan Smaraka Grandhasala, Aithottuva
- Mathrubhumi Study Circle (Mathrubhumi Arts and sports club), Aithottuva
Festivals and Celebrations
West Kallada is known for its lively festivals:
- Kallada Jalotsavam (കല്ലട ജലോത്സവം): This is a famous Vallam Kali (boat race) held on the Kallada River.
- Thaipooya kavadi at kodumthuruthil tempkle
- kanakkathara bhadrakali temple ulsavam
- kavadi, soolamkuth kodumthuruthil subrahmanya kshethram
- Thalayinakaav Temple (Thrisoola pooja in every Saturday)
- Parambil umamaheswara Temple (uthram thirunaal mahotsav)
Popular Games
People in West Kallada enjoy playing various games:
