Champakara
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Champakara ചമ്പക്കര Sampal kara |
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Champakara Devi Temple
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 Champakara
 Champakara
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| Coordinates: 9°32′0″N 76°38′0″E / 9.53333°N 76.63333°ECoordinates: 9°32′0″N 76°38′0″E / 9.53333°N 76.63333°E | |
| Country |
 India |
| State | Kerala |
| District | Kottayam |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Malayalam, English |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| Vehicle registration | KL- |
Champakara is a village in Kottayam District, 18 kilometres (11 mi) away from Kottayam in India. The State highway from Kottayam to Punaloor passes through the town. The name is derived from the Malayalam word Sampal kara or Sampath kara, which means the land of prosperity.The village of Karukachal lies within the town.
The "ettu veettil pillaimar", who are famous in Travancore history, related to Marthanda Varmma, have been arrested from Champakkara by Travancoor military and hanged at Vettikkalunku near Vakathanam, 6 km south of Champakkara.
Champakara is the land of Kalaripayattu, the martial art of Kerala. The town is home to kalari and ayurvedic centers.
The people of Champakara are dedicated to worshiping nature, and the forest preserve of Sarpa Kavu is nearby. Sarppakkav is the temple of sarppams (snakes).
Hindus, Christians and a small number of Muslims live peacefully in the village. The majority of the residents are Hindus.
People in the area show a keen interest in the protection of Indian culture, its arts, and its music. Many people send their children to dance or music teachers.
In ancient times people were focused on agricultural activities. Now rubber is the main crop grown. The Champakara bus service, a match factory, the Sreerangom hospital, Metal and wood industries and a pepper factory are the main industries providing employment.
The youths pursue a local game called Nadan Panthukali, which they play at the grounds of the Champakara Devi temple. Dittania Arts and Sports Club provides activities.
Politically, it is an LDF and United Democratic Front dominated society. Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) is also very strong here. The former transport Minister Late.Prof: K.Narayana Kurup and the current MLA for Kanjirappalli Dr.N.Jayaraj are the notable personalities from here. Champakara falls under the jurisdiction of the Karukachal gram panchayat,The Nair Service Society and SNDP are very strong here.
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