The Agraharams of Palakkad

Nenmara - Old

Overview

Sree Navaneetha Krishna Swamy Temple

Location

Location: Nenmara Old Agraharam is located about 31 Kms south from the Palakkad railway station

Address: HHPV+WR5, old village road, Pazhayagramam, Nenmara, Kerala 678508

Temple Timings:

5.00AM TO 9.30AM

5.30PM TO 7.30PM

History

Deities

Sree Navaneetha krishna

Sree Varadaraja Swamy Temple

Sree DharmaSastha Temple

Videos

Photo Gallery

Utsavams

Dhanu masam Vaikunta Ekadasi Theru 7 days utsavam
Navaratri festival 9 days
Sri Krishna Jayanthi Gokulashtami with Uriyadi
Sastha preethi
Kanni masam Unchavruthi

Vahanas

Garuda Vahanam

Hamsam

Anjaneyar

Ashwam

Adimakkavu

Other Agraharam Information

Total homes in the Agraharam: 72
Number and % of Brahmin homes: 55 or about 75%
Number and % of homes retaining traditional look: 75%
Does the village have a brahmana samooham: Yes there is a samooham
Does the village temple have a temple car (theru): Yes Big Ratham
When was the last ashtabandhana kumbabhishekam done: May 2011, Utram Thirunal In the month of Medom

Contact Information

N R Mahadevan President -9475868550,devan432003@yahoo.co.in

N Arun Secretary – 8547444245

N M Swetharanyam (Ravi) - 9819581358

N K Venkiteswaran (Venu ) 9447840610

Prof N R Gopala Kishnan 8281924390

Well Known Elders from the Agraharam

Late Sri Ganapathi Deekshithar
Late Sri Vaidyanatha Ganapadikal
Late Sri Seetharama Bhagavathar Ex Prinipal Music College TVM
Prof N R Gopalakrishnan HOD Eng college NSS Palakkad,
Ex State President Kerala Brahmana sabha

Food and Catering

Muthu Saravana Bhavan 1 km
Jyothis Residency 1 km

Hall for functions and Lodging

Bank Accounts for sending Kanikkai, donation or vazhipadu

A/c name:

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Author's Notes

Nenmara - Old Village - 100 Agraharams Project

Two villages of Nemmara and Vallangi were important trade centres in the past. In fact, the name Nemmara is believed to have been originated from the words 'Nei maariya ooru’, meaning ‘the place where ghee was traded’. It is also believed that the name "Nemmara" or "Nemmara" originated from the words "Nenmaniyude Ara" which means "The Store Room of Rice". The whole place was wealth of paddy fields and was the granary of the Chittur taluk.

"Nenmara serves as the entry point to the enchanting Nelliyampathy Hills. This rural village is divided into two branches namely, Nenmara and Vallangi. These two villages were important trade centres in the past. Nenmara is renowned for its vibrant culture, rich history, and breathtaking natural beauty, making it a must-visit destination for tourists exploring Nelliyampathy and its surroundings."

"Nenmara's verdant landscape is dotted with numerous temples, each a repository of history and cultural significance. Nellikulangara Bhagavathy Temple, Perungottukavu Bhagavathy Temple, Pothundi Shiva Temple, Sree Kavalappara Siva Temple, Sri Mariamman Temple, etc. are some of the popular temples in Nenmara. These temples serve as the heart and soul of the community, offering a glimpse into Kerala's unique heritage.

Nenmara pulsates with life during festivals. The charming village is best known for the Nenmara-Vallangi Vela festival, an annual event celebrated with grandeur at Nellikulangara Bhagavathy Temple. This festival, held in April every year, features spectacular fireworks and processions of richly caparisoned elephants. The friendly rivalry between Nenmara and Vallangi villages adds a unique charm to the celebrations where they compete in artistic ceremonies such as Kummattikali, Karivela, and parades of caparisoned elephants."

Radhe Krishna

Sriram(Hari)

100-Agraharams Project

Rama Bhagavathar Charitable Trust

August 9, 2024

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