Maniyani, a sub-caste and Malayalam-speaking Yadava community native to
Kerala in South India.
Here is more information about the Maniyani community:
Location: They are primarily located in the Kannur and Kasaragod districts
of northern Kerala.
Historical roots: Maniyanis claim descent from the ancient Yadava clan,
which is associated with the deity Krishna.
Migration: According to legend, they settled in northern Kerala after
migrating from the Tulunad region, located in present-day Karnataka.
Traditional occupation: Historically, the community's primary occupations
were tending cattle and cultivation.
Other names: In different areas, the Maniyani are also known by names such
as Kolaya, Ayar, Konar, and Urali Nair.
Relationship with Nairs: They are considered a sub-caste of the Nair
community, with whom they share certain customs and also intermarry.
Thamburan Madiyan
Thamburan madiyan refers to the deity Kshethrapalakan at the Sree Madiyan
Koolom Temple in Kanhangad, Kerala. The name originated from a legend where
the deity was given the nickname "Madiyan," which means "lazy" in
Malayalam.
The legend behind the name is:
In one version of the story, Kshethrapalakan is called "Madiyan Thampuran"
because he was sitting on the lap (madi) of the goddess Kalarathriamma.
Another story says that when Kshethrapalakan was taking a rest with his
head in Kalarathriamma's lap, another god, Sastha, and his disciples saw
him and called him "Madiyan" (lazy).
At the Sree Madiyan Koolom Temple, this deity is the focus of special
rituals, including those that involve offering toddy (kallu) and fish.
https://youtu.be/9pz32xUwyKs
Thamburan Madiyan was addressed as “MADIYAN” vide you tube above about the
temple containing more details which is interpreted in a normal manner
without assigning any reason nor going deep into the temple names which
appeared as strange names embedded. Wikipedia copy and paste is not wrong;
but why do such temples in Kasargod, have strange names that too being a
Malayalam worded temple, interpreted in Tamil by the writer. “Madiyankulam
is Thamburan Madiyan; thamburatti KALARATRI; IS KALI @ BHAGAVATHI. Madiyan
translated from Malayalam is not “madi or lap” (as called in Tamil) but
LAZY. Madiyan Kulam is the pond near the temple. Sastha is close to the
temple as sastha is Siva form. MADIYAN AND MANIYAN HAVE A CLOSE LINK. TULU
link in history is also seen. Being a kuladeivam Maniyan tribe worship;
being a royal patronage temple because of victory of the kingdom, Brahmin
priests are also deployed. Even today in many sastha kula deivam temples
we see brahmin and non-brahmin priests.
K R IRS 241025
On Fri, 24 Oct 2025 at 08:49, 'gopala krishnan' via Thatha_Patty <
[email protected]> wrote:
> SREE MADIYAN KOOLOM TEMPLE, KANHANGAD , KASARGODE DISTRICT ,KERALA
>
> Introduction
>
> Sree Madiyan Koolom Temple is located near Kanhangad in the Kasargode
> district of Kerala .It is one of the most prominent Hindu temples in
> Kasargod district, and is some 500 years old. It is dedicated to deity
> Kshetrapalakan Eswaran, the mother Goddess known as Kalarathri Amma
> (Bhadrakali).
>
> One of the oldest temples in North Kerala, Shri Madiyan Kulam is the
> headquarters of the Allada Swaroopam Mookatham Nadu. The temple is known
> for its centuries-old wooden carvings and its epic poems. *The poems
> portray the unity of different religions and castes*. A peculiarity of
> this temple is that a Brahmin priest performs pooja only at noon, while
> the morning and evening poojas are performed by a sect called Maniyanis.
> *Elephants
> are not permitted inside the temple *
>
> Legend and Etymology
>
> Kshethrapalakan Eeshwaran is the main deity. Udinur Kovilakam is the head
> of Alladadesham, which stretches from Chittari to Olavara. Legend states
> that Kshethrapalakan decided to 'sit' when he found his niche, once he
> reached Madiyan on his journey from Udinur along with Vairajathan. He was
> attracted by the smell of the Appam (which is still an offering in the
> 'Kooloth Appam temple') that was being prepared for Nadayil Bhagavathi, the
> main deity of Koolom at the time. *Seeing this Sastha and other disciples
> who were accompanying him called Thampuran Madiya*, which means lazy in
> Malayalam and which later came to be known as Madiyan Kshethra palakan.
>
> Thampuran or Kshethrapalakan later sat on the lap of Kaalarathriamma, a
> goddess who was in her 'furious form' and enjoyed a Mother's love and
> affection, eventually positioning himself facing towards the west of the
> temple.
>
> Another popular belief is that the word Madiyan originated from the fact
> that *he sat on the lap (Madi in Malayalam) of Kalarathriyamma.* It was
> also an end to the Shaktheya puja that was performed there before.
>
> History
>
> The origins of the Sri Madiyan Kovilakam are found in devotional stories. It
> is also famous for a temple that had an entry for lower caste people even
> before the Temple Entry Proclamation in Kerala.
>
> Eshwaran is the main deity, a symbol of religious unity. The Paattu
> festival in the month of Dhanu and Kalasham festival in Edavam are held
> together with unity and harmony, irrespective of castes. The temple
> exists as a link for Hindu-Muslim unity in the region. The devotion of
> the Muslims in this area and their respect for other religions was why the
> site where an Athiyal temple was located was allowed to become the site
> of the first mosque. The friendship between Muslims and Hindus is visible
> during the rituals.
>
> The Kshethrapalakan came to the earth under the command of Mahadeva to
> conquer Allada swaroopam, a town stretching from Chittari River in the
> north to the "Olavara" River in the south.
>
> It was customary for the kings to name their country Swaroopam in those
> times. The region was ruled by an evil and ruthless lord known as
> Allohalan. At this time, Kerala Varma, son of Kolathiri, fell in love
> with Pankipillayathiri Thamburatti of Nediyirippu Swaroopam. In the ensuing
> protests, they both married. *They had a desire to have their own country
> for their children*. So they decided to conquer Allohalan's kingdom.
> Kerala Verma opened the fortress and owned it. Kerala Varma later
> worshipped Kshethrapalakan and Kalarathri, who helped him in his conquest.
> But most of the people around him were the people loyal to Allohalan. For
> this reason, "Moolchary Nairachan" was appointed in the temple, and *he
> built a palace in Nileshwaram and continued ruling from there along with
> the queen.*
>
> Earlier, outer Kalasham was held during the 2nd of Edavam to worship
> Nadayil Bagavathi by performing Theyyam, apart from Kshethrapalakan and
> Kaalarathriamma. It is believed to be complete only if all the country's
> inhabitants join it, a belief that continues today. Madiyan Koolom still
> exists as the headquarters of the Alladanadu.
>
> Architecture
>
> The temple covers six 2.4 hectares (6 acres). Half of the area consists
> of monuments built in traditional Kerala-style. The temple is famous for
> its sculptures and wooden carvings, depicting ancient stories from Ramayana
> and other epics. Most of the carvings are found in Thekkini, western
> Gopuram and the Mandapa near the pond. The Thekkini Mandapam near the
> temple kitchen has the etchings of Dakshayagam, Seetha swayamvaram and the
> Vanayathra of Rama and Lakshmana. All the wooden etchings in this temple
> portion are partially destroyed due to continuous exposure to smoke from
> the kitchen. Similarly, the wooden carvings of 12 Raashis and Navagraha
> devatas in the Gopuram pond have been destroyed by painting them silver.
>
> The western gopuram shows instances of Amruthamadhanam, Kaliyamardhanam
> and Ananthashayanam. The etchings depicting the churning of the ocean look
> extraordinarily beautiful. *The carvings include erotic wooden etchings
> similar to those of the Khajuraho temple in Madhya Pradesh.* Depiction of
> mythical characters include 'elephants with wings'. The use and
> combination of natural colors obtained from unique plants and trees enhance
> the aesthetics. A mural painting of the Narasimha avatar of Vishnu is
> another attraction.
>
> The temple houses two ponds. A small sculpture of a 'bowing' elephant is
> near the entrance, which is believed to curse any elephant about to enter
> the temple, *as elephants are not permitted inside*. A sculpture of a
> snake in one of the ponds is believed to be a curse as legend has it that
> the snake was sent to spew venom in the pond.
>
> Deities and Order of Darshan
>
> The temple follows a particular order to offer prayers or having darshan.
>
> Naagam, Perattur Baghavathi, Maanjali Amma
>
> Kshethrapalakan Eeshwaran, Kaalarathriamma
>
> Dedicated to the main deity 'Kshetrapalakan' and Kalarathri Amma
> (Bhadrakali), this is one of the most prominent Hindu temples in the
> district. Along with Bhadrakali, there are saptamatruka and ganesh idols.
>
> Poojas
>
> Daily pujas at Madayi Kulam Temple (Madayi Kavu) include Usha Pooja at
> 6:00 AM, Uchcha Pooja at 11:30 AM, and Sandhya Pooja at 5:30 PM.
>
> The temple is open from 5:30 AM to 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 7:45 PM, and
> other pujas like Shatru Samhara Pooja are also performed.
>
> Other daily poojas
>
>
>
> Shatru Samhara Pooja: Performed around 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM.
>
> Saktheya pujas: Performed by the Pradanmar (Brahmins)
>
> Offerings
>
> Flowers and coconuts.
>
> Theyyams
>
> Kshethrapalakan Eeshwaran
>
> Kalarathri Amma
>
> Nadayil Bhagavathi Theyyam
>
> Manavalan & Manavatty Theyyam
>
> Manjaliamma Theyyam
>
> Festivals
>
> The temple celebrates several festivals, including the Pattu Utsavam in
> the Malayalam month of Dhanu (January), which features a special ritual
> called Kalam Pattu, and the Kalasham Festival in the Malayalam month of
> Edavam (May-June), highlighting the Theyyam dance form.
>
> These festivals are celebrated with unity and harmony, irrespective of
> castes, symbolizing the temple's role as a link for Hindu-Muslim unity in
> the region.
>
> Special Features
>
> The temple covers 6 acres, featuring traditional Kerala-style architecture.
>
> Famous for intricate wooden carvings depicting ancient epics like the
> Ramayana and Dakshayagam.
>
> Wooden etchings of the 12 Raashis and Navagraha devatas, and carvings of
> the “churning of the ocean” are some of the temple’s artistic highlights.
>
> The western gopuram showcases depictions of Amruthamadhanam,
> Kaliyamardhanam, and Ananthashayanam.
>
> The temple houses two ponds and features a small sculpture of a bowing
> elephant and a snake, each linked to temple legends.
>
> A notable mural painting of Lord Vishnu’s Narasimha avatar is another
> attraction.
>
> Managed By
>
> Malabar Devaswom Board.
>
> Location
>
> Nearest Bus Station-Kanhangad
>
> Nearest Railway Station-Kanhangad
>
> Nearest Airport-Kannur
>
> Address:
>
> Shri Madiyan Koolom Temple, Madiyan, Kanhangad, Kerala 671316Phone: 0467
> 226 8477
>
> Temple timings
>
> . The temple is open from 5.30 am to 1.00 pm and again from 5.00 pm to
> 8.00 pm.
>
> *My note- It is the first compilation about the North most Kasargod
> District temple. Aspects interesting to iyer group only are compiled.
> Gopalakrishnan 24-10-2025*
>
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