To reach the temple from Pandalam, take the M.C road and head towards Kulanada. From there, continue for about 2.5 km on the Venmani route to reach the Vettikkattethu Devi Temple in Punthala.
Alternatively, you can reach the temple from Chengannur by traveling approximately 14 km via the Kozhuvallur route. This route will also lead you to the Vettikkattethu Devi Temple in Punthala, where devotees seek blessings and offer prayers to the deity.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
pooram thirunal thiru ulsavam
The pooram thirunal thiru ulsavam refers to the grand festival celebrated during the auspicious occasion of pooram (or Puram), which is a star in the Malayalam calendar. This festival, known as Thiru Ulsavam, typically involves elaborate rituals, ceremonies, cultural programs, and festivities at temples in Kerala. Devotees gather in large numbers to participate in the celebrations, seeking blessings and witnessing the vibrant cultural heritage of the region.
Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnyam
The Bhagavatha Sapthaha Yajnyam is a week-long ritual dedicated to the recitation and study of the Bhagavata Purana, a sacred text in Hinduism that narrates the stories of Lord Krishna's life and teachings.
Contact Address: Vettikkattethu Devi Temple, Punthala P.O., Venmani (Via), Chengannur, Alappuzha.
