Thirumarady
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Thirumarady is situated in the eastern part of Ernakulam District in Kerala, South India. Thirumarady is the headquarters of Thirumarady Grama Panchayath which bagged award for the “Best Panchayat in the State” two times for its commendable achievements in the rural area. (History of Mannathoor is described below)
Neighboring Panchayats are Koothattukulam, Pampakuda[1], Elanji & Marady. Near by Towns are Koothattukulam (6km), Piravom (12km), Muvattupuzha (18km) Palai (24km) and Thodupuzha (22km). Near by Cities are Eranakulam (50 km) and Kottayam (45 km). Thirumarady is in Pampakuda Block and Muvattupuzha Taluk. Assembly constituency is Piravom and Parliament Constituency is Muvattupuzha. Most of the people are engaged in agriculture for their livelihood, viz Rubber, Paddy, Coconut and Vanila.
The known places in Thirumarady are St.Mary’s Catholic Church, Mahadeva Temple, Edaprakkavu Bhagavati Temple, Govt. Institutions like Panchayat Office, Village Office, Post Office (Pin Code – 686687), Primary Health Centre, Veterinary Clinic, Krishi Bhavan, Village Extension Office, Public Library & Vocational Higher Secondary School.
Kakkoor, Mannathoor, Oliyappuram, Vadakara and Edayar are the neighboring areas. Kakkoor is a village which is 2km away from Thirumarady. "Kakkoor Kalavayal" is a key event in the tourism map of Kerala. This is a post-harvest festival celebrated by the farmers of Kakkoor and surrounding villages. The main highlight of this festival is the Cattle Market which is the literal meaning of “Kalavayal’. The centuries old festival is also connected to some local myths. It is believed that the deities of the Edapara (Thirumarady) and Ambassery (Kakkoor) Bhagavathis are sisters and both meets each other once in a year. The Kakkoor Kalavayal Festival reminds their annual meeting which celebrates in the Aswathi, Bharani, Karthika & Rohini stars of the Malayalam month Kumbham (Feb-March).
'History of Mannathoor'
It was part of erstwhile Vadakkumkoor Kingdom until it was captured by Travancore kingdom, now merged into state of Kerala. Old documents prove that the lands of Mannathoor belonged to ‘Edappally Swaroopam’. Later the rights were transformed to various ‘Manas’ (Brahmin Families)..Later Mannathoor Chennattukunnel Karthas take over the.........................................
Mannathoor is one of the important places in the state of kerala. It is a village situated almost in the East of the Ernakulam District. People of all communities and castes Hindus, and Christians(Jacobite Syrian Christians) live here in perfect harmony and amity. Mannathoor has a rich cultural heritage and memorable tradition. A host of cultural and educational institutions, temples, and churches dignify this traditional Village and draw people from even other parts of the state. In spite of all these, Mannathoor is still a hamlet with the traditional kerala dwellings, paddy fields, coconut gardens and extensive greenlands.
History of Mannathoor Syrian Christians
Few Syrian Christians migrated from Kadamattom in the middle of 9th century But most of the Syrian Christians migrated from Kuravilangad in the time of Portughese Rule. Around 31 families migrated from Kuravilangad, the middle of 17th century. Because the Syrian Christians had no right in that time. Roman Church take over the rule of Kuravilangad under the control of 'CHANDI METHRAN.' He disliked the *Puthen Kutukar* ............................Chenattukunnel Karthakal welcomed them..............?One Chandi(he is from mannathoor) Participated Coonan Cross Oath..... His family belongs to Karingachira........?........................The Main historical event was One Priest Fr.Eliah visited Mannathoor.......in 17_ _? .................Who belongs to Turkey............?.............Before 17th century one famous family Tholanikunnel migrated to Mannathoor... Before 18th century 9 families migrated from Kadamattom, Mamalaseri,Kolenchery.....?......................................................................................................................................................................................
.......................................................................................the death of Mannathoor Varghese...........................................
The Main Church's of Mannathoor
1. St.John's Jacobite Syrian Church Nellikunnel
2.St.George Jacobite Syrian Church Mannathoor.
Thirumarady is situated in the eastern part of Ernakulam District in Kerala, South India. Thirumarady is the headquarters of Thirumarady Grama Panchayath which bagged award for the “Best Panchayat in the State” two times for its commendable achievements in the rural area. (History of Mannathoor is described below)
Neighboring Panchayats are Koothattukulam, Pampakuda, Elanji & Marady. Near by Towns are Koothattukulam (6km), Piravom (12km), Muvattupuzha (18km) Palai (24km) and Thodupuzha (22km). Near by Cities are Eranakulam (50 km) and Kottayam (45 km). Thirumarady is in Pampakuda Block and Muvattupuzha Taluk. Assembly constituency is Piravom and Parliament Constituency is Muvattupuzha. Most of the people are engaged in agriculture for their livelihood, viz Rubber, Paddy, Coconut and Vanila.
The known places in Thirumarady are St.Mary’s Catholic Church, Mahadeva Temple, Edaprakkavu Bhagavati Temple, Govt. Institutions like Panchayat Office, Village Office, Post Office (Pin Code – 686687), Primary Health Centre, Veterinary Clinic, Krishi Bhavan, Village Extension Office, Public Library & Vocational Higher Secondary School.
Kakkoor, Mannathoor, Oliyappuram, Vadakara and Edayar are the neighboring areas. Kakkoor is a village which is 2km away from Thirumarady. "Kakkoor Kalavayal" is a key event in the tourism map of Kerala. This is a post-harvest festival celebrated by the farmers of Kakkoor and surrounding villages. The main highlight of this festival is the Cattle Market which is the literal meaning of “Kalavayal’. The centuries old festival is also connected to some local myths. It is believed that the deities of the Edapara (Thirumarady) and Ambassery (Kakkoor) Bhagavathis are sisters and both meets each other once in a year. The Kakkoor Kalavayal Festival reminds their annual meeting which celebrates in the Aswathi, Bharani, Karthika & Rohini stars of the Malayalam month Kumbham (Feb-March).
History of Mannathoor
It was part of erstwhile Vadakkumkoor Kingdom until it was captured by Travancore kingdom, now merged into state of Kerala. Old documents prove that the lands of Mannathoor belonged to ‘Edappally Swaroopam’. Later the rights were transformed to various ‘Manas’ (Brahmin Families)..Later Mannathoor Chennattukunnel Karthas take over the.........................................
Mannathoor is one of the important places in the state of kerala. It is a village situated almost in the East of the Ernakulam District. People of all communities and castes Hindus, and Christians(Jacobite Syrian Christians) live here in perfect harmony and amity. Mannathoor has a rich cultural heritage and memorable tradition. A host of cultural and educational institutions, temples, and churches dignify this traditional Village and draw people from even other parts of the state. In spite of all these, Mannathoor is still a hamlet with the traditional kerala dwellings, paddy fields, coconut gardens and extensive greenlands.
History of Syrian Christians
Few Syrian Christians migrated from Kadamattom in the middle of 9th century But most of the Syrian Christians migrated from Kuravilangad in the time of Portughese Rule. Around 31 families migrated from Kuravilangad, the middle of 17th century. Because the Syrian Christians had no right in that time. Roman Church take over the rule of Kuravilangad under the control of 'CHANDI METHRAN.' He disliked the *Puthen Kutukar* ............................Chenattukunnel Karthakal welcomed them..............? One Chandi (Who is from Mannathoor....?)Participated Coonan Cross Oath..... His family belongs to Karingachira........?........................The Main historical event was One Priest Fr.Eliah visited Mannathoor.......in 17_ _? .................Who belongs to Turkey.........................Before 17th century one famous family Tholanikunnel migrated to Mannathoor... Before 18th century 9 families migrated from Kadamattom, Mamalaseri,Kolenchery.....?......................................................................................................................................................................................
.......................................................................................the death of Mannathoor Varghese...........................................
The Main Church's of Mannathoor
1. St.John's Jacobite Syrian Church Nellikunnel
2.St.George Jacobite Syrian Church Mannathoor.
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