Kodagu, nestled in Karnataka, India, holds a storied history dating back centuries. Originally called Kodaimalenadu, it was ruled by various dynasties, including the Gangas and Cholas. The region’s unique martial tradition, embodied by the Kodava community, played a role in shaping its cultural identity. Kodagu became an independent state under the Haleri dynasty in the 17th century, later coming under British control. Post-independence, it integrated into the Indian Union. The timeline of Kodagu’s history is intricately detailed on https://kodavaclan.com/kodaguheritage/timeline-on-kodagu-kodavas/, offering a comprehensive journey through the region’s cultural evolution, historical milestones, and interactions with colonial powers, enriching its dynamic present.
Baalo-paat The men sing folk-songs called baalo paat while beating dhudis (small drums), during occasions such as festivals, marriage and death ceremonies, and during temple festivals. Few songs are documented as Joova Paat (Makkada Paat… read more »
Author of this article Kaibulira Devaiah Source Extracted from the folk lore ballad Batté Paat Batté here refers to path/road . Kodavas sing Batté in many occasions , for instance while going to Manepaat ritual… read more »
One of the Baloo paats sung during the Bédha Changrandhi celebrations. this is called as “boomi thayek patta kattuva paat” Author of this article Kaibulira Devaiah Source Extracted from the ballad ” Bhoomithayee kh Patta… read more »
Beedha Changrandi We, the Kodava tribe, being hardcore farmers, treat the Earth as our mother. 3 days in a year our tribe would not hurt the Earth by digging, ploughing or any other way. About… read more »
Many Kodava teachers are awarded with the best teacher awards at both State and National Level. The very first year the award was instituted, a kodava was honoured with this award National 1958 Bacharanianda Iyamma… read more »
One of the Baloo paats sung during the Bisu Changrandhi celebrations Author Kaibulira Devaiah Source Extracted from Uyya Paat and Puthari Paat ancient ballads. Baloo Paat Bisu Changrandhi (Admyar Ondh) Meenyar Poakl Admyar Edhpl Neththi… read more »
About Bolcha is lamp made of several sizes and shapes Variants Mann Bolcha Lamp Made of Mud / Clay Kall Bolcha Lamp Made of stone Kachi Bolcha Lamp Made of Bronze or alloys Took Bolcha… read more »
About Bolcha Paarr is made of wood to house the lamp and usually fixed on to the wall Variants Small Medium corner Uses It was used to place a lamp which is small in nature…. read more »