Kuzhur is a small village in the southern end of Thrissur district of the Indian state of Kerala.[1] The old Jewish settlement of Mala is the nearest town. Other nearby towns include Chalakudy, Kodungallur, Angamaly and Irinjalakuda.
Kuzhur | |
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Village | |
 Caparisoned elephants during Kuzhur Sree Subramanya Swami Temple festival | |
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| Coordinates: 10°12′0″N 76°16′0″E / 10.20000°N 76.26667°E | |
| Country | India |
| State | Kerala |
| District | Thrissur |
| Block Panchayat | Mala, Kerala |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Malayalam, English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 680734 |
| Vehicle registration | KL-64 Chalakudy |
| Website | Kuzhur Panchayath |
Description
editKuzhur is set amid cultivated paddy fields. The Chalakkudy River flows on the southern end of Kuzhur.
The village has several temples. Kuzhur Sri Subrahmanya Swami temple is one of the major pilgrim centre for Hindu devotees. It is managed by the Cochin Devaswom Board and is noted for its architecture as well as its importance for Hindu devotees. The height of the idol of Lord Sri Subrahmanya is more than 6 feet.
Kuzhur belongs to Chalakudy Taluk of Thrissur District. Villages that constitute Kuzhur are Thirumukkulam and Kakkulissery. Famous Iranikulam Siva Temple is located 2km from Kuzhur. The medieval malayalam poet, Tholan, was believed to have visited/lived in Iranikulam.
Education
edit- Govt. HS, Kuzhur
- Govt. HSS, Iranikulam
- St. Antony's Girls HS, South Thanissery
- St. Xavier's LPS, South Thanissery
- Govt. UPS, Kundur
- St. Joseph of Tarbes School, Kundoor
- SKV LPS, Eravathur
Culture
editThe eight-day-long Pooram (Utsavam), is held annually in the village. Ritual drum performances, known as "chendamelams", and panchavadhyam are performed on the festive days, and there is a procession of 15 elephants.
The Temple celebrates Utsavam for 8 days in Vruschikam. Kuzhur Ekadasi is the most important day of Utsavam (Valiya Vilakku). Several programs are conducted during these days in Kuzhur. Other noted festivals include Thula Shashti in Thulam and Thaipooyam in Makaram.
Kuzhur Mary Immaculate Church, a Christian Church is located further south of the main junction. The Church conducts perunnal feasts annually for the local believers.
Sports
editKuzhur has a Panchayat stadium.
KBFC (Kacheri Brothers Football Club) is the local football club. The club's glory days coincided with the years when Kerala football team was one of the best in India. The club still plays in local tournaments and conducts an annual football tournament.
Business & Retails shops
edit- Home Style, Fancy, School stationery, Gifts, Household & Toys Centre, Kuzhur Jn
- New Style, Household & Perfume (Shivoham agarbatti Manufactures) Manufactures In Kerala, A highly demand premium quality sticks manufactures.
- Tharunya Textiles (താരുണ്യ ടെക്സ്റ്റ്ടൈൽസ് ) Kuzhur.
Industry & Manufacturing Units
editShivoham Agarbatti Factory, Near Valiyoliparambil Bahagavathy Temple, A reputed Manufacturer, Supplier, Exporter and Trader of Agarbatti & Dhoop Batthi is located in Kuzhur.
Image gallery
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Kuzhur Panchayath office -
Pooram at Kuzhur Sree Subramanya Swami Temple -
Sree Subramanya Swami Temple, Kuzhur -
Narayanan Kulangara Temple -
Kuda Mattam during pooram at Kuzhur Sree Subramanya Swami Temple -
Kudamattam during Pooram - Kuzhur Sree Subramanya Swami Temple
