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Ramamangalam is a village in Ernakulam district in the Indian state of Kerala, it lies between Kolenchery, Piravom and Muvattupuzha towns. This small town lies in the Muvattupuzha taluk.
Etymology
The origin of the name "Ramamangalam" is believed to come from Lord Rama, a widely revered Hindu deity. According to the belief, shortly after their marriage, Lord Rama and Sita Devi visited the village during their vanavasa from Ayodhya on the demand of his stepmother, Kaikeyi. The village was subsequently named as Sriramamangalam, later shortened to Ramamangalam.
History
Ramamangalam was under the rule of Cheraman Perumal long ago. The village is dotted with temples, the most notable of which is Ramamangalam Perumthrikkovil built by Cheraman Perumal between the 8th and 12th centuries AD.
Demographics
As of 2011 India census, Ramamangalam had a population of 10035 with 5036 males and 4999 females.
Location
Notable people
E. P. Poulose - Indian politician
Shadkala Govinda Marar - Carnatic musician
Kumari Shibulal - Indian philanthropist