[1][2] The temple is situated just 200 m (0.20 km) from the main highway leading to Vaikom.

Once a Nambudiri who belonged to the 'Kapikkadu Marangattu Mana' performed a deep meditation or 'Tapas' to please the Sun God 'Adithya'.

Pleased by the devotion, Adithya appeared before him and instructed him to consecrate an idol in the place.

The last Sundays of Malayalam months 'Vrishchikam' (October and November) and 'Medam' (May and June) are considered to be the most propitious days.

Apart from Surya Deva, Devi (facing east), Sastha and Yakshi are the sub deities.