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Senthirankillai Ponniyamman, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu

Senthirankillai Ponniyamman

Senthirankillai Ponniyamman is a revered deity in the village of Senthirankillai in Tamil Nadu. Ponniyamman is known for her powerful, protective, and benevolent nature, often worshipped as a guardian goddess.

StateTamil Nadu
DistrictCuddalore
LocationSenthirankillai Ponniyamman
Area—
Latitude11.5086770
Longitude79.6983910

About this Sacred Grove

Senthirankillai Ponniyamman is a revered deity in the village of Senthirankillai in Tamil Nadu. Ponniyamman is known for her powerful, protective, and benevolent nature, often worshipped as a guardian goddess who ensures the well-being and prosperity of her devotees. Long ago, when attackers threatened the village, the people of Senthirankillai sought the protection of Ponniyamman. They performed special prayers and rituals, invoking the goddess’s help. Legend has it that Ponniyamman appeared as a fierce warrior, wielding weapons and riding a lion, driving away the invaders and saving the village. This event reinforced Ponniyamman’s role as a protector and guardian of the village community

Location

Coordinates: 11.5086770, 79.6983910

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Plants / Species (5)

Banyan

Ficus benghalensis L.
Individual Count
2

Ceylon satinwood

Chloroxylon swietenia DC.
Individual Count
6

Jamun

Syzygium cumini (L.) Skeels.
Individual Count
6

Palm

Borassus flabellifer L.
Individual Count
2

Wild lime

Atalantia monophylla (Roxb.) A. DC.
Individual Count
21