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Pathanamthitta is one of the fourteen districts of Kerala state in South India. It was formed on 1 November 1982 with headquarters
at Pathanamthitta town.
Pathanamthitta is a landlocked district situated in the southern part of the state, and is bordered by Kottayam and Idukki
districts in the north, Alappuzha in the west, Kollam in the south and has a border with Tamil Nadu in the east. The district
was made up from combining areas from the Alappuzha, Idukki and Kollam districts. Major towns in the district are Pathanmthitta,
Tiruvalla, Adoor, Ranni, Konni, Mallappally and Kozhencherry. More than 50% of the geographical area is covered by forests.
The district's name is a combination of two Malayalam words pathanam and thitta, which together mean "houses by the
riverside".
Pathanamthitta is a pre-dominantly agricultural district with cultivation of coconut, rubber, paddy, pepper and tea. The
hilly terrain coupled with high humidity make it suitable for rubber and tea plantations.
Hydroelectric power plants situated in the district cater to one-third of electricity demands of Kerla state. Three important
rivers Achankovil, Manimala and Pampa flow through the district. Pampa that originates from Sabarimala is considered a holy
river.
Pathanamthitta holds the distinction of being declared the first polio-free district in India.
Places of tourist interest
* Sabarimala - abode of Lord Ayyappa, which receives about 10 million pilgrims every year
* Maramon - the river-bed of the Pampa here witnesses the annual Maramon Convention, the largest Christian gathering
in Asia
* Aranmula - venue of the annual snake boat race on the Pampa; the place is also famous for its metal mirrors
* Pandalam - The Capital of the ancient Travancore Kingdoms.
o The Pandalam Kingdom was established around 79 ME (903 AD)
o The World famous Pilgrim Town of Central Travancore. Site of the Pandalam Palace. Golden Casket(the sacred
ornaments of Lord Ayyappa) keeps here.
* Kakki - reservoir surrounded by forests abounding in elephants and tigers
* Official website from the Govt. of Kerala
* www.pathanamthitta.com
Kozhencherry is a major town in Pathanamthitta district of Central Travancore region (South Central Kerala) in Kerala
state.
Kozhencherry is one of the five Taluks in Pathanamthitta district. Pathanamthitta town is the capital of Kozhencherry
Taluk. The other taluks are Tiruvalla, Mallapally, Ranni, and Adoor.
The district was made up from combining areas from the Alappuzha, Idukki and Kollam districts. Major towns in the district
are Pathanmthitta, Tiruvalla, Adoor, Ranni, Konni, Mallappally and Kozhencherry. More than 50% of the geographical area is
covered by forests.
Kozhencherry is a [major] trading and business centre in Central Travancore. It is a fast developing town in Central Travancore.
It is also happening as a major IT Hub.
Maramon is a small town on the Pampa River, opposite to Kozhencherry town. The river-bed of the Pampa here witnesses the
annual Maramon Convention, the largest Christian gathering in Asia
Aranmula is a suburb of Kozhencherry. It is the venue of the annual snake boat race on the Pampa; the place is also famous
for its metal mirrors.
Vinjana Kalavedi, founded by a French Artist Lueba Schield is in Aranmula, on the way to Kozhencherry.
The proposed [Pathanamthitta International Airport] [PIA]in Aranmula is just 2 km from the main town.
The "Greater Kozhencherry" region consists of Kozhencherry and near by areas like Mallappuzhasseri, Thottappuzhasseri,
Koipram, Aranmula, Kidangannur, Mezhuveli, Kulanada, Naranganam, Elanthur, Cherukol, Ayirur, and Thadiyur.
The population of Kozhencherry consissts of Syrian Christians, Hindu Nairs, Brahmins, Ezhavas, Scheduled Castes, and Konkanis.
The main languages of Kozhencherry are Malayalam, English, Tamil, Konkani, and Aramaic (Syriac).
Major Colleges:
1.
St.Thomas College,Kozhencherry
2.
Mar Thoma College,Tiruvalla
3.
Catholicate College,Pathanamthitta
4.
Mar Athanasious Colege,Tiruvalla
5.
Mount Zion Engineering College,Pathanamthitta
6.
Musaliar Engineering College,Pathanamthitta
7.
St.Johns Engineering College,Pathanamthitta
8.
Govt Engineering College,Adoor
9.
Govt Engineering College,Kallopara
10.
St.Cyrills College,Adoor
11.
Puspagiri Medical College,Tiruvalla
12.
Puspagiri College of Pharmacy & Nursing,Tiruvalla
13.
Muthoot School of Nursing,Pathanamthitta,Kozhencherry.
14.
St.Josephs Engineering College,Mallapally
15.
St.Thomas College,Ranni
16.
Karmeel Engineering College,Ranni
Major Shopping Centers:
1.
Allukas Wedding centre - Tiruvalla
2.
Josco Fashion Jewellers - Pathanamthitta
3.
Allukas Jewellery - Pathanamthitta
4.
Karikineeth Textiles – Pathanamthitta, Adoor
5.
Ayyapas Textiles - Pathanamthitta
6.
Karikineeth Femincity - Tiruvalla
7.
Aban Shopping Arcade - Pathanamthitta
8.
Kakkanad Shopping Centre - Pathanamthitta
9.
J-Mart – Pathanamthitta
10.
Poyyanil Plaza - Kozhencherry
12.
Pallipeedikayil Stores - Kozhencherry
Major Hospitals:
1.
Puspagiri Medical College - Tiruvalla
2.
Muthoot Medical Mission - Kozhencherry
3.
Medical Mission - Tiruvalla
4.
Muthoot Medical Centre - Pathanamthitta
5.
Bethseda Medical Centre - Pathanamthitta
6.
St.Lukes Hospital - Pathanamthitta
7.
Govt General Hospital – Pathanamthitta
8.
Govt Cancer Centre - Kozhencherry
9.
Poyyanil Specialty Hospital _ Kozhencherry
10.
Fellowship Hospital – Kumbanadu
Maramon Convention
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Kozhencherry which is the commercial hub of Pathanamthitta district and is situated 13 km from Pathanamthitta on the banks
of the river Pamba. The place is famous for the MARAMON CONVENTION, the biggest religious gathering of Christians in Asia,
held in February-March on the banks of the river Pamba. Christians from all over India assemble here to listen to the gospels
read and expounded by scholars of Christianity drawn from India and abroad.
For centuries, it has been recognized as a centre of Christian culture and influence. Maramon is also famous as the birthplace
of Palakkunnathy Abraham Maplah, leader of the reformation in the Syrian Church of Malabar, in the 19th century.
The Maramon Convention is an offshoot of the spiritual awakening that had taken place in the Malankara Church towards
the middle of the last century. The message being delivered at the convention is aimed at the religious uplift of the human
beings through Jesus Christ. That is why, the gathering on the sandbanks of the river Pumpa belongs to all walks of life,
regardless of caste, creed or religion. The messages at the convention help solidify human relationship and take up social
responsibilities in a new vigour and vitality. It shows that vicious thinking and behaviour could be uprooted from human activities
and love, affection and purity of life could be followed in one’s life.
The Maramon Convention is held every year during the month of February on the vast sand-bed of the river Pampa, below
the Kozhencherry Bridge. About a week before the Convention, the sandbed becomes a scene of great activity. Christians from
the parishes around Maramon are seen carrying Cadjan leaves and bamboo poles and other materials for erecting the convention
pandal. The pandal has a seating capacity of about fifty thousand. All round the pandal are temporary sheds and tents for
various purposes furthering the objects of the Convention. Stalls for the sale of religious literature, church offices and
restaurants are allowed to operate in the vicinity of the pandal under the strict control of the authorities. Long valloms
(boats) with canopies, stored with provisions for the use of families from distant places lie anchored in the river.
The Maramon Convention is pre-eminently an assembly of Christians who once a year come here for listening to the Word
of God as read and expounded by leaders of Christian thought, from all over India as well as abroad. Preaching and Bible studies
occupy the major part of the conference programme. Along with the religious reading and discourse, singing of hymns and praying
for the sick and needy are also held.
As part of the ecumenical movement, special meetings are arranged against drug and alcohol addiction and corruption. The
participants of these special meetings gain a spiritual rejuvenation, capable of fighting against the evils of society. So
as to enable the youth and the children to lead a value based life, special sessions are convened. Similarly the role of women
in the Church is given more importance and special programmes are arranged for them. Because of its role in social solidarity,
people from all religions attend the convention. The people in and around Maramon extend solidarity and hospitality to the
people coming from far off places.
The Mar Thoma Evangelistic Association is the organizer of the convention. The sanctity of the convention has been upheld
by one and all for the last 103 years.
Christians from all over India flock here to listen to the gospels read and expounded by scholars of Christianity drawn
from India and abroad.
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