Chengamanad
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| ?Chengamanad Kerala • India |
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| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| District(s) | Ernakulam |
| Population | 29,775 (2001) |
Chengamanad is a census town in Ernakulam district in the state of Kerala, India. It is situated on the banks of the river Periyar.
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[edit] Demographics
As of 2001 India census,[1] Chengamanad had a population of 29,775. Males constitute 49% of the population and females 51%. Chengamanad has an average literacy rate of 80%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with male literacy of 82% and female literacy of 78%. 11% of the population is under 6 years of age.
[edit] Origin of the name - Chengamanad
According to legends the place derives its name from Jangama Muni who is said to have done penance in a cave in the munikkal Guhalaya. The place was initially called Jangamanad which later became chengamanad. Another account says that the name Chengamand is due to the special kind of soil called Chengal in malayalam.
[edit] Chengamanad Mahadeva Temple
The Chengamand Mahadeva temple is the centre of attraction in Chengamanad and is one of the important shiva temple in Ernakulam district. The main deity, Shiva is in the form of Kirata Murthi facing East. The shrine of Shree Parvathi and Ganapathi faces west and south respectively.
The temple needs urgent restoration work estimated to cost around Rs. 75,50,000.00/-. The temple administration in association with the local people is on a massive fund rising program to meet this expense. Devotees and well-wishers are requested to contribute liberally towards this divine venture.
For more details the temple administration can be contacted at the following address.
[edit] Munikkal Guhalaya Temple
The other center of attraction in Chengamand is the Munikkal temple. It is a small shrine dedicated to Load Subramanyan (son fo Shiva). The temple is situated on a large rock resembling the back of an elephant.
[edit] St. Antony's Church
The Roman Catholic Church in the Name of St. Antony is another attraction in the place. Holy Feast of the Church is celebrated on the last week of January.
[edit] Transport
Chengamanad is 10 km from Aluva by road on the Alwaye-Mala road. The nearest railway stations are Aluva( 10 km) and Angamaly (7 km). The nearest airport is Cochin international airport, 3 km from chengamanad.
[edit] References
- ^ Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns. (Provisional). Census Commission of India. Retrieved on 2007-09-03.
