47-529: Kallettumkara is a village which is the epi-centre town of Aloor Panchayat and is in Thrissur district in the state of Kerala . Kaletumkara is the Western border of newly formed Chalakudy Taluk although it elects it Legislative Assembly Candidate from Irinjalakuda Constituency, India . Kalletumkara is popular as the place where Irinjalakuda Railway Station is located and is 8 km (5.0 mi) away from
94-521: A literacy rate of 95.32%. 67.17% of the population lives in urban areas. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes make up 10.39% and 0.30% of the population respectively. Thrissur was also the second highest urbanized district in Kerala after Ernakulam . Malayalam is the predominant language, spoken by 98.91% of the population as of 2011. Hinduism is the majority religion in Thrissur, with 58.4% of
141-534: A population of 3,243,170, roughly equal to the nation of Mongolia or the US state of Iowa . The 2011 Census of India gives it a ranking of 113th in India (out of a total of 640 ). The district has a population density of 1,026 inhabitants per square kilometre (2,660/sq mi). Its population growth rate over the decade 2001–2011 was 4.58%. Thrissur has a sex ratio of 1107 females for every 1000 males, and
188-410: A canning industrial unit at Nadathara and it is going on very successfully. Besides all these the match stick industry , pharmaceuticals , printing etc. give Thrissur its fame as a bustling industrial centre. The first Worker's Indian Coffee House of the state was opened in Thrissur (1957). The 400 kV Electric Power Station at Madakkathara near Thanikkudam is the major electrical hub connecting
235-560: A part in the political history of Kerala. The early political history of the District is interlinked with that of the Cheras of the Sangam age, who ruled over vast portions of Kerala with their capital at Vanchi . The whole of the present Thrissur District was included in the early Chera Empire. The District can claim to have played a part in fostering the trade relations between Kerala and
282-525: Is Siva and the other is Maha Vishnu. Both have same the importance. But Siva is the main Idol. Because of this the temple listed in the 108 Siva temples list. The temple faces to the eastern side and has very good Sreekovil. Kodungallur , the capital of the erstwhile Chera Empire , is a region of great archeological and historical significance. The Bhagavathi Temple here attracts thousands of devotees from all over Kerala. The Cheraman Juma Masjid, believed to be
329-575: Is known for its ancient temples , churches , and mosques . Thrissur Pooram is the most colourful temple festival in Kerala. The term 'Thrissur' is the shortened form of the word 'Thrissivaperur' which means "the town in the name of Lord Siva". The town is built on an elevated ground, at the apex of which is the famous Vadakkumnatha Temple. A place of great antiquity, Thrissur was also known as Vrishabhadripuram and 'Ten Kailasam' in classical Sanskrit texts. From ancient times, Thrissur District has played
376-458: Is one of the 14 districts in the Indian state of Kerala . It is situated in the central region of the state. Spanning an area of about 3,032 km (1,171 sq mi), the district is home to over 9% of Kerala's population. Thrissur district is bordered by the districts of Palakkad and Malappuram to the north, the districts of Ernakulam and Idukki to the south and Coimbatore to
423-822: Is the Thrissur MP and Benny Behanan is the Chalakudy MP. Thrissur municipal corporation is the only municipal corporation in the district. For administrative purposes, the district of Thrissur is divided into two Revenue Divisions and seven taluks . These seven taluk centres are administrative hubs for 255 villages in Thrissur. The first newspaper which published from Thrissur was Lokamanyan in 1920. Then came Deenabandhu in 1941 and General (newspaper) in 1976. Major Malayalam newspapers published in Thrissur include '' Malayala Manorama , Mathrubhumi , Deshabhimani , Deepika , Kerala Kaumudi and Madhyamam . A number of evening papers are also published from
470-564: Is the first church in India, and Saint Thomas performed the first baptism in India here. It is part of the Ēḻarappaḷḷikaḷ (seven major churches) that he established in India. The original small church structure has been retained at the original site. Muslims live predominantly in the coastal belt of the district, from north Punnayoorkkulam to South Azhikode. They are dominant in Guruvayur and Chavakkad , in good in numbers Kodungalloor , Kaipamangalam and Nattika areas. Sunnis are
517-413: Is widely known as the "Indian Niagara" nowadays. This is the only district in Kerala with the presence of both Periyar and Bharathappuzha, though they flow only a small distance through the district. The district has a tropical humid climate with an oppressive hot season and plentiful and seasonal rainfall. Annual rainfall is about 3,000 mm (120 in). The hot season from March to May is followed by
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#1732798427282564-569: The British Raj , British authorities had good relations with Thampuran. He was also a personal friend of Dharma Raja of Travancore . The modern day town of Thrissur owes its origin to Sakthan Thampuran. The reason for his love of the town was because his two wives were both born here. They belonged to the Kuruppath and Karimpatta families of Thrissur. Sakthan Thampuran transferred his capital from Thrippunithura to Thrissur to found
611-531: The Irinjalakuda Town . There is an interesting story behind how this place got this special name. A river called 'Kallar' (കല്ലാറ്) used to flow through the said land. The land on the banks (kara) (കര) of the river Kallar came to be known as 'Kallarin kara' (കല്ലാറിൻ കര). In Malayalam, the word 'Aar' (ആറ്) has a synonym 'Aatt' (ആറ്റ്). Hence the place was also known as 'Kallatin Kara' (കല്ലാറ്റിൻ കര). Later,
658-552: The KSEB electrical power system to the national electrical grid. The station serves more than 30% of the state's electrical energy requirements and acts as the principal feed to the northern half of Kerala. Avinissery , a census town at south of Thrissur city is an important centre of Khadi and Village Industries. Mayannur Sakthan Thampuran Rama Varma Kunji Pillai Thampuran (1751–1805), or Rama Varma IX , popularly known as Sakthan Thampuran ( Sakthan meaning powerful),
705-762: The Kerala Lalitakala Academy and the Kerala Sangeeta Nataka Academy . The town is built around a hillock, crowned by the Vadakkumnathan (Siva) Temple. The temple is a classical example of Kerala style of architecture and houses several sacred shrines. Thrissur also has added to its name The Church of Our Lady of Dolors , popularly known as the New Church (Puthen Palli). It is the third tallest church in Asia and
752-612: The Cochin Rajah ) died soon after birth. Thereafter the Thampuran remained unmarried for a few decades, marrying again at the age of 52. The second wife of Thampuran was Chummukutty Nethyar Amma of the Karimpatta family and was a musician and dancer. She was 17 at the time of her marriage with the Thampuran. Thampuran died after 4 years of the marriage. At the time, widowed Nethyar Ammas did not receive monetary support from
799-665: The Lord Guruvayurappan , located in the town of Guruvayur in Kerala , India . It is one of the most important pilgrim centres for Hindus in South India . The Catholics ( Syro Malabar Church and Latin ), Orthodox and Chaldeans are the main sections of the Christian Community in the district. Catholics constitute 90% of the Christian population of the district. Kunnamkulam , a town in
846-763: The South West Monsoon season from June to September. The period from December to February is the North East Monsoon season. However the rain stops by the end of December and the rest of the period is generally dry. Thrissur is known as cultural capital of Kerala .The district is known for the Thrissur Pooram . An ancient cultural center, Thrissur houses the Kerala Kalamandalam , the Kerala Sahitya Academy ,
893-844: The border of Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary of Palakkad. The Periyar , the Chalakudy , the Karuvannur , the Kurumali River (main tributary of the Karuvannur River) and the Ponnani ( Bharatha Puzha ) are the main river systems in the district. They take their origin from the mountains on the east, and flow westward and discharge into the Arabian Sea . There are a number of tributaries also joining these main rivers. There are waterfalls such as Athirappilly Falls which
940-545: The city. He cleared the 60-acre (24 ha) teak forests around the Vadakkunnathan Temple and developed the Thekkinkadu Maidan , which is now at the heart of the city. After clearing the forest, he built a circular concrete road now known as Swaraj Round . The Thrissur Pooram or "Mother of all Poorams", as it was known, was the brainchild of Sakthan Thampuran. At the time, Arattupuzha Pooram
987-712: The city. Newspapers in other regional languages like Hindi, Kannada , Tamil and Telugu are also sold in large numbers. Thrissur is known for the power loom industry and the Textile Mills like the Alagappa Textiles in Alagappa Nagar , Kerala Lakshmi Mills at Pullazhi , Rajgopal Textiles at Athani , Sitaram Spinning and Weaving Mills Thrissur, Vanaja Textiles at Kurichikkara (now defunct), Bhagavathy Spinning Mills at Thanikkudam and Kunnath Textiles at Thrissur. Thrissur are engaged in
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#17327984272821034-418: The country since the early decades of this century has its repercussions in the District as well. Thrissur District has been in the forefront of the country-wide movement for temple entry and abolition of untouchability. The Guruvayur Satyagraha is a memorable episode in the history of the national movement. Source: Official Statistics 2007 According to the 2018 Statistics Report , Thrissur district has
1081-583: The deity of the Vadakkunnathan Temple . Thampuran classified the participants into two groups, the Western and the Eastern. The Western group consisted of the Thiruvambady , Kanimangalam , Laloor , Ayyanthole , and Nethilakkavu temples while the Paramekkavu , Karamukku , Chembukavu , Choorakottukavu and Panamukkamppilly temples came under the eastern group. Named after Shakthan Thampuran,
1128-530: The development of Thrissur City and also making it the Cultural Capital of Kerala . In 1762, ten tehsils ( Kovilakathum vathukkals ) and two Edavagas (semi tehsils ) were formed in the Kochi Kingdom. But the previous feudal chieftains maintained their stronghold. After Thampuran ascended the throne of Kingdom of Cochin , he took over the land from the feudal chieftains and consolidated
1175-552: The district, St.Joseph's Shrine is situated at Pavaratty. There is a legend which tells Saint Thomas (Apostle) was landed in kodungallur , Muziris in 52 AD. The Saint Thomas Church established by him houses many ancient relics. Puthenchira in Thrissur is the birth place of the Catholic Saint Mariam Thresia . According to myth, Malik Bin Deenar and 20 others who were the followers Muhammad ,
1222-590: The east by small parts of Coimbatore district of Tamil Nadu , on the south by Ernakulam district, and on the west by the Arabian Sea (54 km (34 mi)). Descending from the heights of the Western Ghats in the east, the land slopes towards the west forming three distinct natural divisions – the highlands, the plains and the sea board. Karimala Gopuram is the highest point in Trissur situated in
1269-423: The east. The Arabian Sea lies to the west and Western Ghats stretches towards the east. It is part of the historical Malabar Coast , which has been trading internationally since ancient times. The main language spoken is Malayalam . Thrissur district was formed on 1 July 1949, with the headquarters at Thrissur City. Thrissur is known as the cultural capital of Kerala, and the land of Poorams . The district
1316-678: The feudal Nair chieftains and increase of royal power. Another force in the public life of Trichur and its suburbs was the Namboodithiri community and Menons of royal ancestry. A large part of the Thrissur Taluk was for long under the domination of the Yogiatiripppads, the ecclesiastical heads of the Vadakkunnathan and Perumanam Devaswoms. The wave of nationalism and political consciousness which swept through
1363-580: The founder of Islam , first landed in Kodungallur in Thrissur district when they came to India. Islam received royal patronage in some places here, and later spread to other parts of India. He built the mosque Cheraman Juma Masjid which makes it the first mosque in India. Guruvayur , home to the Sree Krishna Temple, is 25 km (16 mi) to the north of the city. It is a sacred place not only for Keralites but for Hindus all over
1410-456: The history since the 12th century is the history of the rise and growth of Perumpadappu Swarupam . In 1790 Raja Rama Varma (1790–1805) popularly known as Saktan Tampuran ascended the throne of Cochin . With the accession of this ruler the English or modern period in the history of Cochin and of the District began. Saktan Tampuran was mainly responsible for the destruction of the power of
1457-605: The major section in Muslim community. The first mosque in India is claimed to be Cheraman Juma Mosque in Kodungallur . Legend claims that it was built in 629 CE, which makes it the oldest mosque in the Indian subcontinent which is still in use. It was built by Malik Deenar , Persian tābiʿūn of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, on the orders of the successor of Cheraman Perumal , the Chera King of modern-day Kerala. The mosque
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1504-543: The manufacture of hosiery products. The coir and the tile industry offer employment for many people in the district. The first saw mill in the state was erected at Trichur (1905). Most of the timber is brought down from the forests to Thrissur and Chalakkudy , which are the most important timber marts in the District. Canning is a developing industry in Thrissur and Darlco Cannings and Kayee Plantations Cannings ; both have major units at Thrissur. The Thrissur Fruits and Vegetables Marketing Society are establishing
1551-521: The name evolved into 'Kallettinkara' (കല്ലേറ്റിൻക്കര) and later 'Kallettumkara' (കല്ലേറ്റുംക്കര). Later, due to an earthquake, the river changed its course. And there is no river flowing through Kallettumkara presently. This is the story behind the name of the place as said by the localites. This article related to a location in Kerala is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Thrissur district Thrissur ( Malayalam: [t̪riʃ(ː)uːr] ), anglicised as Trichur ,
1598-513: The northern part of the district is the center for the Orthodox, Malabar Independent Syrian Church (Thozhiyoor church), Pentecostals and Marthomites . A notable church in the area is St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Church, Palayur . According to Saint Thomas christian tradition, the Palayur church was established in 52 AD by Saint Thomas , one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ . It
1645-490: The oldest Mosque in India is situated here. Irinjalakkuda , where the only Bharatha Temple in India is located, is another place of importance. The Unnayi Warrier Smaraka Kalanilayam which is located near the Koodalmanickyam Temple is an important center of Kathakali Learning. Since ancient times Thrissur has been the most important center of Vedic Learning in Kerala. Yagas are still conducted in her soil with
1692-600: The outside world in the ancient and medieval period. Kodungalloor , which had the distinction of being the "Premium Emporium of India", gave shelter to all the three communities which have contributed to the prosperity of Malabar . These three communities are the Christians , the Jews and the Muslims . The history of Thrissur district from the 9th to the 12th centuries is the history of Kulasekharas of Mahodayapuram and
1739-481: The population. Christians and Muslims form significant minority. The Hindu community consists of mainly Nairs , Thiyyas , Ambalavasis , Brahmins (including the local Namboodiris and migrants like Iyers and Gouda Saraswat Brahmins ) etc. The Scheduled Castes, around 12% of the population of the district, also form a section among the Hindus of the district. Guruvayur Temple is a Hindu shrine dedicated to
1786-542: The royal power. At that time, the Vadakkunnathan Temple and Peruvanam Mahadeva Temple were controlled by the Namboodiri community, called Yogiatiripppads . The Yogiatiripppads was elected from different temples in the Thrissur District . Thampuran wrested the control of the temples and abolished the system of Yogiatiripppads. Thampuran's strict approach with criminals earned his name, Sakthan . During
1833-733: The same fervour as they used to be. The only centre of traditional Vedic Learning left in Kerala is situated at the heart of Thrissur Town. The district is divided into two Revenue Sub Divisions; Thrissur and Irinjalakuda and is headed by Revenue Divisional Officer (RDO) Thrissur District has four types of administrative hierarchies: There are 13 constituencies from the district of Thrissur : Thrissur Assembly Constituency , Ollur Assembly Constituency , Guruvayoor , Chalakkudy , Kaipamangalam , Nattika , Kodungallur , Irinjalakuda , Puthukad, Manaloor , Kunnamkulam , Wadakkancheri and Chelakkara . There are two parliament constituencies: Thrissur Lok Sabha constituency and Chalakudy. Suresh Gopi
1880-476: The state, so Chummukutty, at the age of 21, returned to her ancestral home. After his 55th birthday, Sakthan Thampuran fell ill and died on 26 September 1805, at Thrissur City. He was cremated at Vadakkechira Palace, now renamed Shakthan Thampuran Palace , Thrissur . There is a monument to him within the palace grounds. His palace in Thrissur City is preserved as a state monument. He is credited with
1927-783: The tallest in India . The first two churches of India are also situated in Thrissur, the St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Church, Palayoor and the Marthoma Pontifical Shrine, Kodungallur . The Metropolitan of the Chaldean Syrian Church (the name used for the Church of the East in India ) is also headquartered in Thrissur, and many religious publications are printed by Mar Narsai Press. The largest Christian pilgrim center in
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1974-475: The tutelage of scholars such as Kallenkara Pisharody. Sakthan Thampuran was considered the most powerful of the Kochi Maharajas as his name indicates. Thampuran married twice. His first wife was from the reputed “Vadakke Kuruppath” family of Thrissur whom he married when he was 30 years old. He is said to have had a daughter with this first wife. However, this Nethyar Amma (title of the consort of
2021-748: The world as well. The adjacent towns of Chavakkad and Kunnamkulam are important centers of Muslims and Christians respectively. The Temple at Thriprayar is another important place of worship. This ancient temple is one of the few Temples dedicated to Lord Srirama in Kerala. Incidentally, two other temples dedicated to Lord Rama, viz., the Thiruvilwamala Temple and the Kadavallur Temple, fall in Thrissur district. Thirumangalam Temple situated at Thirumangalam desam, Engandiyur, Thrissur District. The Temple facing to Gurvayur Ernakulam National Highway. In this temple, there are two idols, one
2068-442: Was constructed in Kerala style with hanging lamps. Thrissur is situated in southwestern India ( 10°31′N 76°13′E / 10.52°N 76.21°E / 10.52; 76.21 ) and is in the central part of Kerala . Thrissur is at sea level and spans an area of about 3,032 km (1,171 sq mi). It is bounded on the north by small parts of Malappuram district, on the east and north by Palakkad district, on
2115-552: Was started by him. Sakthan Thampuran was born on 26 August 1751 AD at Vellarapally Palace to Anujan Namboodiripad of the Chennamangalam Mana and Ambika Thampuratti of the Cochin Royal Family . His mother died when he was only three years old. The prince was brought up by his maternal aunt, famously known as Chittamma (meaning mother's younger sister) Thampuran. His early education took place under
2162-414: Was the largest temple festival in Kerala . Temples in and around the city of Thrissur were regular participants. Once, they were denied entry to Arattupuzha Pooram because they were late. All the late participant temples went to Sakthan Thampuran, then Maharaja of Cochin , and complained about the issue. Thampuran invited all the temples to bring their deities to Thrissur and pay obeisance to Lord Shiva ,
2209-482: Was the ruler of the Kingdom of Cochin . The current southern Indian city of Kochi was part of the erstwhile princely state of Kochi . He resided at Vadakkechira Palace in Thrissur . The city of Thrissur is referred to as the Cultural Capital of Kerala owing to its many traditional festivals and historic temples. Sakthan Thampuran is considered the architect of the city of Thrissur . The festival Thrissur Pooram
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