Documented local history

Poruvazhy is a village in Kollam district, Kerala, located in Kunnathoor Taluk. The Poruvazhy Peruviruthy Malanada temple sits within Poruvazhy and is administered by a committee elected by seven Karas (territorial divisions). The committee includes representatives from Kunnathoor Taluk NSS Union and S N D P Union (two members each). Kaduthamsserry Kudumbayogam (Kurava caste) and Kettungal Kudumabayogam (Ezhava caste) enjoy special status in the temple's administration. [1][2]

The Malakkuda festival at Malanada is the temple's annual celebration. It is held in the Meenam month (roughly March) and spans eight days from Kodiyettu to Malakkuda. The second Friday of Meenam is the day of Malakkuda; the festival features Kettukazhcha and Edupu kala displays, drawing spectators from surrounding areas. [1][2]

Pallipaana is a ritual performed at Malanada roughly every 12 years. Last Pallipaana ran from 24-Feb-2023 to 07-Mar-2023, with about 50 Velan performers and an equal number of Purangadi community members as antiperformers; the event lasts 11 days and includes 18 Mahathkarmangal. The next Pallipaana is expected in 2035. [1][2]