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The Kodiyoor Sree Aadhiparasakthi and Sree Bhadrakali temple is an ancient Indian hindu temple built in the 1940s, which is located on the outskirts of Kodiyoor in Kanyakumari district, Tamil Nadu.
The temple is dedicated to Goddess Sree Aadhiparasakthi, popularly known as Sakthi. Other upa deities in the temple include Sree Bhadrakali, Maadan, Yakshi, Ganapathy, Sasthavu, Nager and Yogeeshwaran.
The temple opens only on the Pournami day of every month and on special occasions.
Pournami is the day when the moon is at its full strength. Pooja’s and dedications to goddesses are very empowering and fruitful for the devotees. Therefore, Nirmala lamp, special pujas and other special offerings are performed as per the custom. The purpose is to provide Karyasiddhi to the devotees who participate in these pooja.
The devotees visiting this temple offer prayers to Goddess Sri Adhiparashakti for auspiciousness and child blessing.
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Sub Deities
The main deity of the temple is Sree Aadiparasakthi. There are 7 sub deities in the temple along with the Karnavar.
Sree Bhadrakali
Mahaganapati
Sasthavu
Thampuran
Yakshi
Nagangal
Karnavar
Devi’s blessings to Karnavar lead to the construction of the temple in 1940’s.
Karnavar’s Dream
Kodiyoor Anngannu (Karnavar) dreamt that a deity was buried in a place called Kattimancode and should be enshrined at Kodiyoor near Mahadevar temple. Adv K Bhaskara Pillai, Karnor’s nephew, lacking enough financial support then, later purchased land and built a temple with his elder sister’s (Akkachi) support. After their demise, rituals were performed by priests. The dilapidated temple was restored, and Kumbabhishekam and Punarprathishta were performed in January 2024.
Mahadevar Temple
Mahadevar Temple is believed to be more than thousand years old and it is managed by the HRNC department, Govt of Tamil Nadu. The devotees visiting the Devi Sree Aadiparasakthi temple are suggested to visit the Lord Mahadevar temple also. Mahadevar temple is open on all days.
Mahadevar Temple has sub Deities Vinayagar, Sasthavu, Varahi, Santhanakrishnan and Nagar.
Astrology
Devotees can avail Astrology services on the occasion of Pournami Pooja’s. Dijeesh Diwakaran, Vilwamangalam is having 25 yrs of experience in prediction and astrological related services Astrological consultations with prior appoinments can be organised at Kodiyoor Sree Aadhiparasakthi Temple on request and advance booking.
Special Poojas
Devotees can book poojas in advance subject to availability of the slots.
One Time Pooja (Sree Aadiparasakthi)
This pooja is offered to Devi Sree Aadiparasakthi on the occasion of Pournami Day
Rs 7500
One Time Pooja (Sree Bhadrakali)
This pooja is offered to Devi Sree Bhadrakali on the occasion of Pournami Day
Rs 5000
Ashtadravya Mahaganapati Homam
This pooja is offered to Sree Maha Ganapati on the occasion of Pournami day and special occasions
Rs 3000
“Devotees seeking Mangalya Yogam, Puthra Yogam & Vidhyarambham can visit this temple and offer pooja’s to Devi for Karya Sidhi”
Amrujith Potti
Temple Tantri
faq
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the importance of Kodiyoor Aadiparasakti Temple?
Built in the 1940’s, Kodiyoor Aadiparasakthi Temple is famous for Pournami pooja, Mangalya Yogam, Puthra Yogam & Vidhyarambham
Where is the temple located?
Kodiyoor Aadiparasakthi Temple is located in Nagercoil, Kanyakumari District.
How to reach Kodiyoor Aadiparasakthi Temple?
Devotees can reach the temple by rail (nearest railway station is Eraniel, Kanyakumari), bus (Nearest bus stop is Thuckalay) and by air (The nearest airport is Trivandrum, Kerala).
What is the timing of Kodiyoor Aadiparasakthi Temple?
The temple is opened only on Pournami day of every month and on few special occasions. The timing is from 7 am to 11 am.
Who is the main deity in the temple?
Devi Sree Aadiparasakthi and Devi Sree Bhadrakali
Who are the upa deities in the temple?
Upa deities in the temple include Sree Bhadrakali, Maadan, Yakshi, Ganapathy, Sasthavu, Nager and Yogeeshwaran (Karnor).