History of Grama Panchayat

History • Heritage • Culture

History

  • Local history: Karthikapally in the past, This region is closely associated with the Purakkad dynasties and Kuttanadan agricultural culture.

  • Geographical significance: The Achankovilar River flows as a boundary of this village. Trade relations through water transport have existed here since ancient times.

  •  Modern achievement: Alappuzha district The first panchayat to achieve e-literacy Karuvata is famous for.

Heritage

  • Karuvatta boat race: The biggest symbol of Karuvatta's heritage is its boat racing. The boat festival, held around the leading channel, attracts tourists.

    History of Karuvatta Boat Race: History of Karuvatta Boat Race: Every year, On the day of Pururuttati, In Karuvatta village in Alappuzha district of Kerala, The Karuvatta boat race is going on very grandly. Dr. Thomas Chandrathil, Chengarappally Damodaran Potty, Rev. ​​The race is being held in collaboration with the Karuwatta Brothers Arts and Sports Club, which was formed with the help and blessings of Fr. George Srampikkal.'Brothers Trophy Boat Race' This competition, known as the 1966 Since the competition is being held on the Karuwatta Leading Channel,, This competition was originally known as the Karuwatta Leading Channel Boat Race.. 

    1953 The canal was built by cutting down rice fields in, This was done with the aim of protecting southern Kuttanad from floods caused by torrential rains. The canal has been raised by constructing bunds on the sides from Achankovilar to Thottappally beach. This bund even serves as a gallery for boat lovers to sit and enjoy the festivities. Approximately 1,200 This 1000-meter long track stretches from Thyvipinkadavu to St. Joseph's Church. There is a permanent viewing pavilion in front of the church. 'Home Minister  Trophy boat race' Known as.

  • Karuvatta Chundan : A famous boat race that has left its mark on the world of boat racing. 'Karuvatta Chundan' It is the proud heritage of this country.

  • Places of worship: This region, where ancient temples, Christian churches, and mosques coexist harmoniously, preserves a great heritage of religious harmony.. 

Culture

  • Agricultural culture: Since it is located close to Kuttanad, a way of life related to rice cultivation and the coir industry has existed here since ancient times.

  • Educational advancement: The village has achieved high literacy and cultural awareness through several old educational institutions like NSS High School and St. James UPS.. 

  • Art and gathering: Folk arts and folklore traditions associated with Onam celebrations, temple festivals, and church festivals are part of the cultural life here..

Other historical and cultural information

  • Spiritual background: This is the birthplace of the famous Siddha Karuvatta Swami. There is an ashram and a temple in his memory here. The second Sivagiri, the Kannukkalipalam Sree Narayana Dharma Seva Sangham, is located here.

  • Religious harmony: Thiruvilanjal Durga Devi Temple, Karuvattakulangara Temple, Kaduvankulangara Devi Temple and other historical churches and mosques are located here.

  • Cultural heroes: The famous cartoonist and writer Karuvatta Chandran (creator of the Naranath Madman cartoons) is a native of this place. He has received the National Award (President's Award) and the State Award for Best Teacher. Also, the memorial of the great poet Kumaranasan (Pallana) is located near he