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{{Short description|Village in Kerala, India}} | |||
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| name = Ayyappancoil | | name = Ayyappancoil | ||
| nickname = | | nickname = | ||
| settlement_type = | | settlement_type = Village | ||
| image_skyline = | | image_skyline = Hanging Bridge Ayyappancoil Idukki Kerala May22 A7C 01983.jpg | ||
| image_alt = | | image_alt = | ||
| image_caption = | | image_caption = Suspension bridge at Ayyappancoil | ||
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| pushpin_map_caption = Location in Kerala, India | | pushpin_map_caption = Location in Kerala, India | ||
| coordinates = {{coord|9 | | coordinates = {{coord|9|42|57|N|77|02|00|E|display=inline,title}} | ||
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| subdivision_type = Country | | subdivision_type = Country | ||
| subdivision_name = {{flag|India}} | | subdivision_name = {{flag|India}} | ||
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| established_date = | | established_date = | ||
| founder = | | founder = | ||
| named_for = Ayyappancoil | | named_for = Ayyappancoil suspension bridge and old Sastha temple | ||
| government_type = [[Panchayath]] | | government_type = [[Panchayath]] | ||
| governing_body = Ayyappancoil | | governing_body = Ayyappancoil Grama Panchayat | ||
| unit_pref = Metric | | unit_pref = Metric | ||
| area_footnotes = | | area_footnotes = | ||
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| demographics_type1 = Languages | | demographics_type1 = Languages | ||
| demographics1_title1 = Official | | demographics1_title1 = Official | ||
| demographics1_info1 = [[Malayalam language|Malayalam]], | | demographics1_info1 = [[Malayalam language|Malayalam]], English <ref>{{cite web |title=The Kerala Official Language (Legislation) Act, 1969 |url=http://www.lawsofindia.org/pdf/kerala/1969/1969KERALA7.pdf|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140911111246/http://www.lawsofindia.org/pdf/kerala/1969/1969KERALA7.pdf|url-status=usurped|archive-date=11 September 2014}}</ref> | ||
| timezone1 = [[Indian Standard Time|IST]] | | timezone1 = [[Indian Standard Time|IST]] | ||
| utc_offset1 = +5:30 | | utc_offset1 = +5:30 | ||
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'''Ayyappancoil''', also spelt '''Ayyappankovil''' is a village in newly formed Idukki taluk in [[Idukki district]] in the [[India]]n state of [[Kerala]].<ref name="censusindia">{{cite web|url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/Census_Data_2001/Village_Directory/P|title=Census of India : Villages with population 5000 & above|publisher=Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India|accessdate=2008-12-10|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081208044522/http://www.censusindia.gov.in/Census_Data_2001/Village_Directory/Population_data/Population_5000_and_Above.aspx|archive-date=2008-12-08|url-status=dead}}</ref> | '''Ayyappancoil''', also spelt '''Ayyappankovil''' is a village in newly formed Idukki taluk in [[Idukki district]] in the [[India]]n state of [[Kerala]].<ref name="censusindia">{{cite web|url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/Census_Data_2001/Village_Directory/P|title=Census of India : Villages with population 5000 & above|publisher=Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India|accessdate=2008-12-10|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081208044522/http://www.censusindia.gov.in/Census_Data_2001/Village_Directory/Population_data/Population_5000_and_Above.aspx|archive-date=2008-12-08|url-status=dead}}</ref> The place is popular for having a suspension bridge with a length of 200 meters and an old historic [[Sastha]] temple on the banks of [[Periyar river]]. | ||
Ayyappancoil is {{cvt|15|km}} far from [[Kattappana]], which is a nearby major town. Ayyappancoil is located {{cvt|45|km|mi}} from District headquarters [[Painavu]] and {{cvt|230|km|mi}} from its State capital city [[Thiruvananthapuram]] . | Ayyappancoil is {{cvt|15|km}} far from [[Kattappana]], which is a nearby major town. Ayyappancoil is located {{cvt|45|km|mi}} from District headquarters [[Painavu]] and {{cvt|230|km|mi}} from its State capital city [[Thiruvananthapuram]] . | ||
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==Demographics== | ==Demographics== | ||
As of [[2011 Census of India|2011 Census]], Ayyappancoil village had population of 34,267 of which 16,943 are males while 17,324 are females. Ayyappancoil village spreads over an area of {{cvt|85.73|km2}} with 8,736 families residing in it. In Ayyappancoil, 9.3% of the population was under 6 years of age. Ayyappancoil had an average literacy of 93.5% higher than the national average of 74% and lower than state average of 94%: male literacy was 95.4% and female literacy was 91.7%.<ref>{{cite book |last1=Kerala |first1=Directorate of Census Operations |title=District Census Handbook, Idukki |publisher= | As of [[2011 Census of India|2011 Census]], Ayyappancoil village had population of 34,267 of which 16,943 are males while 17,324 are females. Ayyappancoil village spreads over an area of {{cvt|85.73|km2}} with 8,736 families residing in it. In Ayyappancoil, 9.3% of the population was under 6 years of age. Ayyappancoil had an average literacy of 93.5% higher than the national average of 74% and lower than state average of 94%: male literacy was 95.4% and female literacy was 91.7%.<ref>{{cite book |last1=Kerala |first1=Directorate of Census Operations |title=District Census Handbook, Idukki |publisher=Directorate of Census Operations, Kerala |location=Thiruvananthapuram |page=58,59 |url=https://censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/3209_PART_B_IDUKKI.pdf |access-date=14 July 2020}}</ref> | ||
==Economy== | ==Economy== | ||
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==Administration== | ==Administration== | ||
Ayyappancoil panchayath was formed in 1977 and it spreads over an area of about 42.68 | [[File:Old Periyar Bridge Ayyappancoil Idukki Kerala May22 A7C 01994.jpg|thumb|Road bridge usable only for 6 months in the year (ca. May '22)]] | ||
Ayyappancoil panchayath was formed in 1977 and it spreads over an area of about 42.68 km<sup>2</sup>. It is divided into 13 wards for administrative convenience. It is surrounded by [[Kanchiyar]] panchayath in north, [[Kumily]] in east, [[Upputhara]] in west and [[Elappara]] in south. | |||
===Wards in Ayyappancoil panchayath=== | ===Wards in Ayyappancoil panchayath=== | ||
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==Places of interest== | ==Places of interest== | ||
===Ayyappancoil suspension (hanging) bridge=== | ===Ayyappancoil suspension (hanging) bridge=== | ||
[[File: | [[File:Hanging Bridge Panorama Ayyappancoil Idukki Kerala May22 A7C 01990-93.jpg|thumb|500px|Ayyappancoil suspension bridge (ca. May '22)]] | ||
Ayyappancoil hanging (Suspension) bridge is built across the [[Periyar River]], connecting the Ayyappancoil Grama panchayath and Kanchiyar Grama Panchayath in Idukki district, Kerala. The | Ayyappancoil hanging (Suspension) bridge is built across the [[Periyar River]], connecting the Ayyappancoil Grama panchayath and Kanchiyar Grama Panchayath in Idukki district, Kerala. The older road bridge over the Periyar River is submerged by the waters of the Idukki Reservoir for about 6 months in the year. The suspension bridge gives year round pedestrian access. This bridge is the longest hanging suspension bridge in the district. The suspension bridge draws a lot of tourists owing to its picturesque scenery.<ref>{{cite news |date=2013-05-10 |title=Vital Link |work=[[The Hindu]] |location=Chennai, India |url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-kerala/vital-link/article4701713.ece}}</ref> | ||
===Ayyappancoil Sastha Temple=== | ===Ayyappancoil Sastha Temple=== | ||
[[File:Ayyappankovil Sastha temple.jpg|thumb|Front view of | [[File:Ayyappankovil Sastha temple.jpg|thumb|Front view of Ayyappancoil Sastha temple]] | ||
The old temple dedicated to [[Shasta (deity)|Sastha]] which is on the banks of Periyar river is a main landmark of Ayyappancoil. The idol here is believed to consecrated by sage [[Parashurama]] himself. The temple | The old temple dedicated to [[Shasta (deity)|Sastha]] which is on the banks of Periyar river is a main landmark of Ayyappancoil. The idol here is believed to consecrated by sage [[Parashurama]] himself. The temple is submerged when the water level in [[Idukki dam|Idukki reservoir]] rises during the [[Monsoon#Southwest monsoon|Southwest monsoon]] from June onwards.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-kerala/remains-of-an-ancient-culture-submerged-by-dam-waters/article870053.ece|title=Remains of an ancient culture submerged by dam waters|newspaper=www.thehindu.com|access-date=2016-11-25|date=2010-11-05}}</ref> The temple was later shifted to Thoppipala, which is on the Kattappana - [[Kuttikkanam]] state highway. However, local people prefer to worship at the original temple. The sreekovil has been raised so that it is above the water when the temple is submerged. Pilgrims reach the temple across the Idukki reservoir via small canoes. A bamboo bridge is made by tribals from the shore to the temple for access during major festivals.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Special Correspondent |date=1 Aug 2018 |title=Submerged Ayyappancoil getting ready for Vavubali |work=[[The Hindu]] |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/submerged-ayyappancoil-getting-ready-for-vavubali/article24575800.ece |access-date=14 July 2022}}</ref> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
{{Commons category|Ayyappancoil Hanging Bridge}} | |||
{{reflist}} | {{reflist}} | ||
{{Idukki district}} | {{Idukki district}} | ||
[[Category:Villages in Idukki district]] | [[Category:Villages in Idukki district]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:46, 18 November 2025
Ayyappancoil | |
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Village | |
 Suspension bridge at Ayyappancoil | |
  Ayyappancoil Location in Kerala, India  Ayyappancoil Ayyappancoil (India) | |
| Coordinates: 9°42′57″N 77°02′00″E / 9.71583°N 77.03333°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Kerala |
| District | Idukki |
| Named for | Ayyappancoil suspension bridge and old Sastha temple |
| Government | |
| • Type | Panchayath |
| • Body | Ayyappancoil Grama Panchayat |
| Area | |
| • Total | 85.73 km2 (33.10 sq mi) |
| Population (2011) | |
| • Total | 34,267 |
| • Density | 400/km2 (1,000/sq mi) |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Malayalam, English [1] |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| Vehicle registration | KL-37 |
| Literacy | 92% |
| Website | [1] |
Ayyappancoil, also spelt Ayyappankovil is a village in newly formed Idukki taluk in Idukki district in the Indian state of Kerala.[2] The place is popular for having a suspension bridge with a length of 200 meters and an old historic Sastha temple on the banks of Periyar river.
Ayyappancoil is 15 km (9.3 mi) far from Kattappana, which is a nearby major town. Ayyappancoil is located 45 km (28 mi) from District headquarters Painavu and 230 km (140 mi) from its State capital city Thiruvananthapuram . Ayyappancoil was a big township in early 1960s. During the construction of Idukki hydro-electric project, the township was evacuated by the Kerala government.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of 2011 Census, Ayyappancoil village had population of 34,267 of which 16,943 are males while 17,324 are females. Ayyappancoil village spreads over an area of 85.73 km2 (33.10 sq mi) with 8,736 families residing in it. In Ayyappancoil, 9.3% of the population was under 6 years of age. Ayyappancoil had an average literacy of 93.5% higher than the national average of 74% and lower than state average of 94%: male literacy was 95.4% and female literacy was 91.7%.[3]
Economy[edit | edit source]
Ayyappancoil is predominantly an agrarian based economy. Cash crops like cardamom, pepper and tea are widely cultivated here.
Administration[edit | edit source]
Ayyappancoil panchayath was formed in 1977 and it spreads over an area of about 42.68 km2. It is divided into 13 wards for administrative convenience. It is surrounded by Kanchiyar panchayath in north, Kumily in east, Upputhara in west and Elappara in south.
Wards in Ayyappancoil panchayath[edit | edit source]
- Ayyappancoil
- Aanakuzhi
- Mattukatta
- Chembalam
- Dorland
- Palanikkavu
- Sulthaniya
- Pachakadu
- Heavenvalley
- K. Chappathu
- Aalady
- Poovanthikudi
- Marykulam
Places of interest[edit | edit source]
Ayyappancoil suspension (hanging) bridge[edit | edit source]
Ayyappancoil hanging (Suspension) bridge is built across the Periyar River, connecting the Ayyappancoil Grama panchayath and Kanchiyar Grama Panchayath in Idukki district, Kerala. The older road bridge over the Periyar River is submerged by the waters of the Idukki Reservoir for about 6 months in the year. The suspension bridge gives year round pedestrian access. This bridge is the longest hanging suspension bridge in the district. The suspension bridge draws a lot of tourists owing to its picturesque scenery.[4]
Ayyappancoil Sastha Temple[edit | edit source]
The old temple dedicated to Sastha which is on the banks of Periyar river is a main landmark of Ayyappancoil. The idol here is believed to consecrated by sage Parashurama himself. The temple is submerged when the water level in Idukki reservoir rises during the Southwest monsoon from June onwards.[5] The temple was later shifted to Thoppipala, which is on the Kattappana - Kuttikkanam state highway. However, local people prefer to worship at the original temple. The sreekovil has been raised so that it is above the water when the temple is submerged. Pilgrims reach the temple across the Idukki reservoir via small canoes. A bamboo bridge is made by tribals from the shore to the temple for access during major festivals.[6]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "The Kerala Official Language (Legislation) Act, 1969" (PDF). Archived from the original on 11 September 2014.
- ↑ "Census of India : Villages with population 5000 & above". Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. Archived from the original on 8 December 2008. Retrieved 10 December 2008.
- ↑ Kerala, Directorate of Census Operations. District Census Handbook, Idukki (PDF). Thiruvananthapuram: Directorate of Census Operations, Kerala. p. 58,59. Retrieved 14 July 2020.
- ↑ "Vital Link". The Hindu. Chennai, India. 10 May 2013.
- ↑ "Remains of an ancient culture submerged by dam waters". www.thehindu.com. 5 November 2010. Retrieved 25 November 2016.
- ↑ Special Correspondent (1 August 2018). "Submerged Ayyappancoil getting ready for Vavubali". The Hindu. Retrieved 14 July 2022.
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