Kaitheri Puthiyedathu Kavu
Venduttayi, Kannur district
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Athulvis · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Festival dates · Season 2026–27
- Estimated
Kaitheri Puthiyedathu Kavu Kaliyattam 2026-27
2 Feb – 3 Feb 2027 · Makaram 19–20 (Malayalam calendar)
Theyyams: Khanda Karnan, Vasurimala, Kutti Sasthappan (Cheriya Mudi), Karanavanmar, Thekkan Kariyathan, Gulikan, Shoolam Theyyam, Kanni Kuriyan
Kerala Tourism listed the last held dates as: 1 to 2 February 2025. Gregorian dates above are derived for the 2026-27 season from the Malayalam calendar.
Last season (2025–26)
2 Feb 2026 · Makaram-19 · 02:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Gulikan (02 Feb, 02:00 AM), Karanavar (02 Feb, 03:00 AM), Sasthappan (02 Feb, 04:00 AM), Khandakarnnan (02 Feb, 05:00 AM), Thekkan Kariyathan (02 Feb, 07:00 AM), Kaikolan (02 Feb, 08:00 AM), Vasoorimala (02 Feb, 12:00 PM)
Source: DTPC Kannur official Theyyam calendar. Last season’s dates are shown for reference only; this season’s dates may differ.
Confirmed dates come from the temple’s own notice. Listed dates were published by a Theyyam calendar website and Estimated dates are worked out from the traditional Malayalam date; both can shift. Always confirm with the temple before travelling.
About Kaitheri Puthiyedathu Kavu
This kavu has an unusual custom that dictates that the entrance to the Kavu is permitted only after the heirs of the temple have entered the kavu at midnight on the second day of the festival. In connection this convention, a traditional building meant for the protection of the heirs and temple officials is available. Devotees still adhere to the custom fervently. It is believed that the deity came from Kaitheri Edathil.
Theyyams performed here
How to reach
The Kavu is at the Venduttayi Bhandarakutti stop on the Pinarayi Kavummal road. Nearest Railway Station: Thalassery Railway Station, about 12 km away. Location 100 Theyyams of Kerala See more --> 100 Theyyams of Kerala Nagaraja and Nagakanni Theyyam Vairajathan Theyyam Pottan Theyyam See more Disclaimer: The festival dates listed are in accordance with the Malayalam calendar and adhere to local traditions and customs. However, just as the customs and rituals associated with each place of worship can vary, dates may change as well. The calendar should, therefore, be considered as an approximate calendar, and dates listed should be confirmed with local authorities. Every attempt has been made to provide current and up-to-date information on contacts listed but Kerala Tourism accepts no liability for any loss, damage or inconvenience caused as a result of reliance on the information provided. Toll free No: 1-800-425-4747 (Within India only) Department of Tourism, Government of Kerala, Park View, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India - 695 033 Phone: +91 471 2321132, Fax: +91 471 2322279, E-mail: info@
Nearest rail
Kannur (CAN) / nearest local station
Bus
KSRTC / private buses from Kannur, Taliparamba or Payyanur; auto-rickshaw for the last mile
Address
Pinarayi P.O., Venduttayi, Kannur, Kerala - 670741
Coordinates: 11.81283, 75.50905 · Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors; Google Maps embed © Google.
Theyyam photos (representative, not taken at this kavu)
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Athulvis · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Athulvis · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Representative photo, not taken at this venue · Photo: Athulvis · CC BY-SA 4.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Watch the Theyyam
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