Tholavillimangalam Devapiran Temple, (Irattai Tirupati)Thoothukudi- Nava Tirupati

Address

Tholavillimangalam Devapiran Temple, (Irattai Tirupati), KilpidagaiAppankovil,Thoothukudi District Tamil Nadu- 628614

Deity

Sri Devapiran & Sri Srinivasan Amman : Sri Padmavathy and Sri Alamelumangai

Introduction

• Thirutholaivillimangalam Irattai Tirupati is one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
• Located in Thoothukudi district, Tamil Nadu, 22 km from Tirunelveli.
• One of the Nava Tirupathi temples, associated with Ketu (Ketu Sthalam).
• This temple consists of two Vishnu temples known together as Irattai Tirupati (Twin Tirupathis).
• The main deity is Sri Devapiran Perumal, and his consort is Sri Karunthadankanni Thayar.
• Constructed in Dravidian style and revered in the Divya Prabandham by Azhwars (6th–9th centuries AD).
• The temple theertham (sacred water body) is Thamirabarani Tirtha.

Puranic Significance

• The temple was once in danger due to the 1990 floods of the Thamirabarani River, which caused structural damage.
• Venu Srinivasan of the TVS Group, along with Thiyagaraja and Ashok Nadar, led efforts to reconstruct and restore the temple.
• The Maha Samprokshanam (consecration ceremony) was conducted successfully.
• Rishi Suprabar performed a yagna (sacrificial ritual) at this site.
  • While digging, he discovered a bow and a measuring scale, which transformed into a handsome young man and a beautiful woman, breaking Kubera’s curse.
  • The rishi completed his yagna and offered its benefits to the Devas, who, in joy, prayed to Lord Vishnu.
  • Vishnu appeared and blessed them, hence he is worshipped as Devapiran.

Beliefs

• Devotees worship Perumal here for:
  • Marriage blessings
  • Childbirth
  • Educational success
• It is believed that worshipping here helps in removing Rahu dosham (planetary affliction related to Rahu).

Special Features

• Temple Layout:
  • East-facing temple with a grand entrance arch.
  • Dwajasthambam (flagpole) and Balipeedam in the Mukha Mandapam.
  • Sanctum Sanctorum consists of:
    • Sanctum (Garbhagriha)
    • Antarala (narrow passageway)
    • Artha Mandapam (small hall before the sanctum).
  • Main Deity: Sri Devapiran Perumal in standing posture, with Sri Lakshmi on his chest.
  • No separate sannidhi (shrine) for Thayar, as she is present on Perumal’s chest.
  • Utsava Murthis (processional deities) are kept in the Artha Mandapam.
  • Alwars, Garuda, and temple vahanas (processional vehicles) are in the Maha Mandapam.

Festivals

• Vaikunda Ekadasi – Grand celebrations with special rituals.

Century/Period/Age

1000-2000 years old

Managed By

Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HRCE)

Nearest Bus Station

Thirutholaivillimangalam

Nearest Railway Station

Thoothukudi

Nearest Airport

Thoothukudi

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