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.
Besides the regular postal service with Offices at Mercara and Virajpet, there is a local post called Anche, originally established by the Rajahs and still principally used for official communication between the district functionaries and… read more »
One of the Kodava album Pranaya Sangama was released during the early 90’s Pranaya Sangama Recorded by Thamoo Poovaiah Conducted by Thathanda Prathap Singers Abraham Jimmy Suchitha Venu K J Jesudas Songs Andhe naan Kande… read more »
One of the Kodava album Prema Sangama was released during the early 90’s Prema Sangama Singers Jimmy Suchitha Nanamanda Venu Abraham Mohan Songs Thampana aa Gaali Beejith Naalanera Nina Kambakandh Roopasina Nee thedathe Naak Bondiya Obbana … read more »
The President’s Police Medal is a decoration awarded to members of law enforcement in India for either gallantry or distinguished service. A few kodava officers have received this award for their meritorious service and the names are listed… read more »
One of the kodava album Pudiyakki was produced by Smt Prabavathi. Pudiyakki Singers Mullera Jimmy Prabha Chengappa Chekkera Prasad Shoba Bipin Kalpana Lokesh Puliyanda Anu Songs Banna Bannathe Baath Noote Kooipanni Naala Nelle Kalpana Lokesh Baari… read more »
About the Okka In Devanageri the adi purusha was called ‘Pugge sthana Monnayya’ because the area was known as Pugge sthana. So the okka was called ‘Puggera’. Pugge apparently denotes an abundance of sweet fruit which was available in the forest nearby…. read more »
Pullera G Chengappa a prominent sportsperson from Kedakal in Suntikoppa, kodagu was the first Kodava national champion in Badminton of India and represented India for six years. Life Born 1949 Died 19 : 1: 2014… read more »
About the Okka During the rule of Lingaraja in the 18th century, Puttichanda Okka which was staying in Rangasamudra near Kushalnagar opposed him and hence he got all of them killed. Somehow two sisters from… read more »