[1] She belonged to Kizhakke Kovilakam of Kottakkal, a branch of the Zamorin dynasty of Kozhikode.
Being a member of the royal family, she was fortunate to get a traditional Sanskrit education, which was not common for women at that time.
She mastered the language and so got access to the treasure of knowledge on various sastras at a young age.
During the time when Malabar was invaded by Tipu Sultan of Mysore, she stayed in exile at Travancore.
Balarama Bharatam, and Manorama Thampuratty offered her comments and suggestions, leading to its fruitful completion.