
The primary deities worshipped here are Lord Shakthi Ganapathi and Lord Aayiravilli (Kirathamoorthi, a form of Lord Shiva), both holding equal importance in the temple's rituals and traditions. This compact yet spiritually rich shrine, characterized by classic Kerala architecture, opens its doors for daily morning and evening rituals. The temple atmosphere is calm and focused, attracting devotees seeking blessings for education, career progress, and personal milestones. The temple is dedicated to Lord Ganapathy (Lord Ganesha), revered here as the remover of obstacles and the harbinger of new beginnings.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Vinayaka Chathurthi
Observed annually with great devotion, this festival marks Ganapathy’s birthday. The celebration features elaborate homams, special floral worship, and distribution of prasadam like modakam and unniyappam to devotees.
Annual Feast in Meenam (March‑April)
Held in the Malayalam month of Meenam, this multi-day festival includes flag-hoisting, ritual fire ceremonies, cultural performances, and concludes with a ceremonial procession and holy water bath of the idol (arattu).
Contact Address:
Sree Ganapathy Temple,
kayattukonam,
Kilimanoor,
Kerala 695601
Phone number: 95397 13108