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Sithudaiyar Pechiyappan / Karuppaswami / Veeramuthu Aiyanar/ Sathiyamma, Ariyalur, Tamil Nadu

Sithudaiyar Pechiyappan/Karupasami/Veeramuthu Aiyanar/Sathiyamma

The deities Sithudaiyar Pechiyappan, Karupasami, Veeramuthu Aiyanar, and Sathiyamma are venerated in Tamil Nadu and have rich traditions associated with them. Each of these figures holds a unique place in local folklore and religious practices.

StateTamil Nadu
DistrictAriyalur
LocationSithudaiyar Pechiyappan / Karuppaswami / Veeramuthu Aiyanar/ Sathiyamma
Area4.4 ha
Latitude11.3013710
Longitude79.1848930

About this Sacred Grove

The deities Sithudaiyar Pechiyappan, Karupasami, Veeramuthu Aiyanar, and Sathiyamma are venerated in Tamil Nadu and have rich traditions associated with them. Each of these figures holds a unique place in local folklore and religious practices. Sithudaiyar Pechiyappan is revered as a powerful protector of the village. One popular legend tells that when the village was once threatened by a series of natural disasters, the villagers prayed to Pechiyappan, who appeared in their dreams and instructed them on how to avert the dangers. By following his guidance, the villagers managed to overcome the calamities. This story emphasizes Pechiyappan’s role as a divine guardian and protector.

Location

Coordinates: 11.3013710, 79.1848930

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Plants / Species (5)

Mesquite

Prosopis juliflora (Sw.) DC.
Individual Count
10

Neem

Azadirachta indica A. Juss.
Individual Count
5

Oil Cake Tree

Albizia amara (Roxb.) B. Boivin
Individual Count
28

Pongame oiltree

Millettia pinnata (L.) Panigrahi
Individual Count
8

Tanner's Cassia

Senna auriculata (L) Roxb.
Individual Count
19