Eminent People of Kodava tribe have contributed immensely towards the growth of the Indian nation, despite them being in small numbers. Their most significant contributions are in the armed forces and in sports. Originally being land-owning militiamen farmers from Kodagu, hence their traditional twin occupations were as agriculturists and as soldiers. The distinguished among them had been local chieftains, palace officials, officers of the Raja’s army and brave battle veterans, therefore invariably having attained fame in either government service or in the local army.
Eminent People of Kodavas have achieved laurels in all walk of life and prominent in every field and are listed for the future generations to know
With ancient origins, the Kodavas, an indigenous community, have dwelled in Kodagu since time immemorial. The timeline traces their enduring presence through ancient civilizations to the present millennium. The convergence of rich cultural heritage and… read more »
An article which was the part of the essay writing competition on festivals of kodagu organised by kodavaclan during the lockdown. Submitted Ulvangada Cauvery Uday Story of Vagare shree Eshwara Ayyappa Temple We can… read more »
A step closer to glory Archive Archive Collector Col Konganda Machaiah Archive Subject Ulliyada Shubra Aiyappa Date of Publication Publication Name Deccan Herald
Ainmanes hold significant cultural importance as the ancestral homes of various native communities in Kodagu, India. Each Ainmane is intrinsically linked to a particular Okka, signifying a sense of shared identity and heritage. These traditional… read more »
About the Okka The Achānḍira okka originally had three bhāgas. Two of them are in Nelji: the keeda Achānḍira and the mēk Achānḍira. The keeda bhāga continues to have an ainmane, while the mēk bhāga no… read more »
Location Nelji Features Achandira Ainmane is built on a high foundation with five steps leading up to the front yard and a Cowshed with a passage in the front of the Ainmane. Smoke stained gudi… read more »
Achi Koll (ಅಚ್ಚಿ ಕೊಲ್) Overview Achi Koll is a slender traditional implement associated with the historic firearm practices of the Kodavas of Kodagu. It formed part of the equipment used in the handling and maintenance… read more »
Adaph (ಅಡಾಫ್) Overview Adaph is a traditional shoulder bag associated with the everyday life and outdoor activities of the Kodavas of Kodagu. Designed to be carried across the shoulder, it provided a convenient way to… read more »