Chitharal (Vellamcode) Lakshmi / Stone
Chitharal (Vellamcode) Lakshmi / Stone Thirukaavu is located at Chitharal, Vellamcode village, Kalkulam Taluk, Kanyakumari District. Dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi and sacred stones.
StateTamil Nadu
DistrictKanyakumari
LocationChitharal (Vellamcode) Lakshmi / Stone
Area2.8 ha
Latitude8.3439790
Longitude77.2448070
About this Sacred Grove
Chitharal (Vellamcode) Lakshmi / Stone Thirukaavu is located at Chitharal, Vellamcode village, Kalkulam Taluk, Kanyakumari District. Dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi and sacred stones, this grove is protected by community taboos against cutting trees. It preserves native trees, medicinal herbs and fauna, supporting biodiversity, groundwater recharge and soil conservation, reflecting the folk Lakshmi worship tradition of Kanyakumari.
Location
Coordinates: 8.3439790, 77.2448070
Open in Google Maps ↗Plants / Species (6)
Coconut
Cocos nucifera L.- Individual Count
- 4
Gooseberry
Phyllanthus emblica L.- Individual Count
- 1
Jamun
Syzygium cumini (L.) Skeels.- Individual Count
- 2
Neem
Azadirachta indica A. Juss- Individual Count
- 3
Spanish cherry
Mimusops elengi L.- Individual Count
- 3
Teak
Tectona grandis L.f.- Individual Count
- 4