The presiding deity of the temple is Goddess Devi. While the specific form of Devi is not explicitly detailed in all public sources, "Mudippura" temples typically venerate powerful forms of the goddess, often Bhadrakali or a similar fierce manifestation of Shakti. The Kaithara Mudippura Devi Temple serves as an important spiritual center for the local community in Thaikod and surrounding areas. Like many traditional temples in Kerala, it would follow specific architectural styles and daily ritualistic practices.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Annual Festival (Ulsavam)
The temple most certainly celebrates an Annual Festival (Ulsavam). This would be the most significant event of the year, spanning several days, and involving:
Kodiyettam: The flag-hoisting ceremony marking the start of the festival.
Special Poojas and Offerings: Elaborate rituals dedicated to the Devi.
Processions: Traditional processions, often accompanied by caparisoned elephants and traditional percussion ensembles (Chenda Melam, Panchavadyam).
Cultural Programs: Performances of various traditional art forms and devotional music.
Navaratri
Navaratri is another very important festival for any Devi temple. This nine-night festival, typically celebrated in the Malayalam month of Kanni (September/October), is dedicated to the worship of the Divine Mother in her various forms. It involves special prayers, chanting, and devotional activities to invoke the blessings of the Goddess.
Contact Address:
Kaithara Mudippura Devi Temple,
Kaithara, P.O., Venjarammoodu,
Pirappancode Thycadu Velavoor Road, Thaikod,
Thiruvananthapuram - 695607, Kerala, India.
Phone number: 99958 37230
