The main deity worshipped at the Channaru Vilakom Bala Ganapathy Temple is Lord Ganesha in his child form, known as Bala Ganapathy.
Lord Ganesha is revered as the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom, prosperity, and success. Devotees visit the temple to seek blessings from Bala Ganapathy for the successful completion of endeavors and the removal of hurdles from their lives.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Vinayaka Chaturthi
Vinayaka Chaturthi also known as Ganesh Chaturthi, is a significant Hindu festival celebrated in honor of Lord Ganesha. During this auspicious occasion, devotees perform various rituals and ceremonies to worship Lord Ganesha, seeking his blessings for success, prosperity, and the removal of obstacles.
Pongala
The Channaru Vilakom Bala Ganapathy Temple in Kumili Pachalloor, Trivandrum, hosts the sacred tradition of Pongala. During this auspicious event, devotees gather to prepare a special offering known as Pongala, consisting of rice, jaggery, coconut, and other ingredients, cooked in earthen pots.
Contact Address: Channaruvilakom Balaganapathy Temple, Kumili, Pachalloor, Kerala
Phone Number: 9895490142