Pon Kaliamman Temple, Unjanai, Namakkal

Pon Kaliamman Temple, Unjanai, Namakkal

Pon Kaliamman Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to goddess Kali located in Unjanai Village in Tiruchengode Taluk in Namakkal District in Tamil Nadu. Pon Kaliamman is considered as the family deity of Kaari Kulam of Kongu Vellala Goundars.

History

The temple is believed to be built in 15^th century CE. There are two memorial stones dating back to 15^th century CE can be seen in the temple premises. These stones might be installed in memory of the donors or builders of this temple.

The Temple

This temple consists of sanctum, ardha mandapam and maha mandapam. The sanctum enshrines the image of Pon Kaliyamman. There is a separate shrine for Karuppannar in the temple premises. Huge stucco images of two horses, lion mount and Balipeedam can be seen in front of the temple. An ancient sculpture of Jyestha Devi (Thavvai) can be seen in the temple premises.

Contact

Pon Kaliamman Temple,

Unjanai, Kumaramangalam P.O.,

Tiruchengode Taluk,

Namakkal District – 637 205

Mobile: +91 95247 25356

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 100 metres from Unjanai Bus Stop, 8 Kms from Tiruchengode, 9 Kms from Tiruchengode Central Bus Stand, 17 Kms from Sankagiri Durg Railway Station, 20 Kms from Sankagiri, 32 Kms from Namakkal, 33 Kms from Rasipuram, 33 Kms from Erode, 75 Kms from Salem Airport and 120 Kms from Coimbatore Airport. The temple is situated on Namakkal to Tiruchengode route.

Location