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Sadayangadu Chinnakaruppu / Kattukaruppu Temple, Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu

Sadayangadu Chinnakaruppu / Kattukaruppu Temple

Sadayankadu Kattu Karuppu is one of the most revered guardian deities in the Sivagangai district of Tamil Nadu.

StateTamil Nadu
DistrictSivaganga
LocationSadayangadu Chinnakaruppu / Kattukaruppu Temple
Area2.3 ha
Latitude9.9772550
Longitude78.7903560

About this Sacred Grove

Sadayankadu Kattu Karuppu is one of the most revered guardian deities in the Sivagangai district of Tamil Nadu. Like many local deities of the region, Kattu Karuppu is worshipped as a fierce protector who safeguards the village and its people from evil forces, ensuring peace, prosperity, and justice. The stories surrounding Sadayankadu Kattu Karuppu are rich with local folklore and traditions.

Location

Coordinates: 9.9772550, 78.7903560

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Plants / Species (7)

Bael

Aegle marmelos (L.) Correa
Individual Count
2

Banyan

Ficus benghalensis L.
Individual Count
1

Indian cork tree

Millingtonia hortensis L.f.
Individual Count
2

Neem

Azadirachta indica A. Juss.
Individual Count
6

Palm

Borassus flabellifer L.
Individual Count
2

Pongam oil tree

Millettia pinnata (L.) Panigrahi
Individual Count
8

Yellow bells

Tecoma stans (L.) Juss. ex Kunth
Individual Count
2