Kadampuzha Bhagavathy Temple is a famous Hindu temple in Malappuram, Kerala. This temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga and also known as Kiratha Parvathy. The temple has no idol. the goddess is worshipped in a 6 cm pit, everyone is believed to be where she appeared to Adi Shankaracharya. Founded by Shankaracharya the temple is linked to the Mahabharata where Arjuna’s penance led to its origin. this temple is managed by the Hindu Vaiyar family not the Malabar Devaswom Board.
The temple is open daily from 4:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM.In this temple the key offerings include Poomoodal (offering thechi flowers, 9:00 AM–10:00 AM, one per day) and Muttarukkal (breaking coconuts, 5:00 AM–11:00 AM, 3:30 PM–5:00 PM) are the very important in this temple. The temple attracts millions of devotees every weekly with thousands of coconuts broken daily the believe is that the devotees will get their wishes fullfilled.
The Karthika day in Vrishchikam (November–December) is the main festival of the temple this serving Annadanam to over 10,000 devotees. Located 16 km from Tirur railway station and 118 km from Calicut Airport, it follows a strict dress code: men wear dhotis, women wear sarees or churidar. The temple, over 1,900 years old, is a sacred pilgrimage site.
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Kadampuzha Temple Darshan Timings
| Event | Timing |
|---|---|
| Temple Opening | 04:30 AM |
| Morning Pooja (Nirmalya) | 04:45 AM |
| Uchikala Pooja (Midday) | 12:00 PM |
| Evening Darshan | 05:00 PM – 07:00 PM |
| Temple Closing | 07:00 PM |
Kadampuzha Temple Pooja Timings & Offerings
| Day | Temple Rituals | Offerings Time |
|---|---|---|
| Mon to Sun | Temple Nada (Gate) Opens | 04:00 AM |
| Mon to Sun | Abhishekam and Malar Nivedyam | 04:00 AM to 04:30 AM |
| Mon to Sun | Darshan after Malar Nivedyam | 04:30 AM |
| Mon to Sun | Nivedyam | 04:45 AM to 05:00 AM |
| Mon to Sun | Muttarukkal Commences | 05:00 AM |
| Mon to Sun | Ushapooja | 05:15 AM to 05:45 AM |
| Mon to Sun | Choroon (Annaprasam) | 06:00 AM Onwards |
| Mon to Sun | Poomoodal – Alamkaram, Nivedyam, etc. | 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM |
| Mon to Sun | Noon Poojas – Muttarukkal Continues | 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| Mon to Sun | Temple Nada Closes | 12:00 PM |
| Mon to Sun | Nada Opens for Evening Poojas | 03:30 PM |
| Mon to Sun | Muttarukkal | 03:30 PM to 05:00 PM |
| Mon to Sun | Niramala/Athazha Pooja | 06:00 PM |
| Mon to Sun | Temple Nada Closes | 07:00 PM |
What are the poojas are available at the temple with prices
| Pooja / Offering | Rate (in ₹) |
|---|---|
| Raktha Pushpanjali | ₹15 |
| Deha Pushpanjali | ₹8 |
| Mala | ₹25 |
| Ney Vilak | ₹25 |
| Ganapathi Homam | ₹40 |
| Ney Payasam | ₹50 |
| Appam | ₹20 |
| Kedavilak | ₹140 |
| Kadina Payasam | ₹90 |
| Thrimadhuram | ₹30 |
| Pattu Charthal | ₹40 |
| Annadanam | ₹0 (Free) |
| Muttarukkal | ₹6 |
| Ellu Thiri | ₹10 |
| Thrikala Pooja | ₹70 |
| Plastic Dubba 2L | ₹35 |
FAQs on Kadampuzha Temple Darshan
What are the temple timings?
The temple is open from it operational from 4:00.00 Am to 12.00 Pm in the morning and 4.00 Pm to 7.00 Pm in the evening.
Is it compulsory that I must book tickets for darshan?
Kadampuzha Temple is open to the public for regular darshan and such tickets are not needed by anyone.
Whether there exists a provision for a darshan only facility?
Yes, there is specially arranged darshan for a token charge. For more information on this you can contact the temple itself.
Can I know what kind of attire is allowed during darshan?
Boys should dress in the traditional style – dhoti and girls should prefer wearing saree or churidar. Do not wear fashionable or body hugging dresses.
Can we perform puja or rituals?
Of course it is possible to make offerings and do rituals. But there are priests on call to do the task.
Are cameras permitted to be taken inside the temple?
We found that photography and videography are prohibited inside the temple area.
Is there anything like special poojas on special days.
Of course, special poojas are performed in the temple on the Tuesdays and Fridays. Navaratri is also a time for rituals.
Where can I get a place to stay if I visit the temple?
Of course, there are some lodges and guesthouses nearby the temple. During festivals it is preferred to book ones time in advance.
About the transport facilities and how to get to Kadampuzha Temple?
This temple is in Malappuram district of Kerala. It can be accessed by road from other towns of Kerala such as Kozhikode, Thrissur etc.
Having a clear perception, do you provide a parking area at the temple?
Indeed, the temple is well provided with adequate spaces to park cars.
