A Unique Governance System
The governance system of the Mannan community is unique, traditional, and deeply rooted in its cultural and spiritual beliefs. The King is the head of the community and presides over all major decisions, supported by a structured hierarchy of leaders and advisors. The administrative headquarters of the Mannan community is known as Ayiramperumkuda, located at Kovilmala in Idukki District. In the Mannan language, the King is referred to as Varakku Malan or Valiya Moopan.
The governing structure includes the following:
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4 Vaathi (spiritual intermediaries)
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4 Mannan (regional heads)
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9 Kaani (advisors to the King)
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10 Kulamthaari and 10 Kulamthaarichi (law and order officials — male and female respectively)
4 Mannan and Regional Divisions
This system of governance — combining kingship, councils, law enforcement, and divine intermediar...
The King (Valiyamoopan / Varakkumalan)
The elders narrate that the four Moopans, who were initially equal in power, once met at Thollayi...
9 Kaani
The Kaanis are senior advisors to the King administrative, spiritual, and social matters, represe...
4 Vaathi
There are four main Vaathis in the Mannan governance structure. They serve as intermediaries betw...
10 Ulamthari Ulamtharichikal
The Kulamthaari group is responsible for maintaining law and order within the Mannan community. T...