It is believed that the local people of this area helped king Pazhassi Raja for war against the British Empire. In regards to this help, he gifted this Mariamman Temple.
Meppadi is 12 km from Kalpetta town in the Wayanad District. It is 78 km from Kozhikode (Calicut), 106 km from Ooty, and 281 km from Bangalore.
How to reach Meppadi Sree Mariyamman Temple:
By Bus: Plenty of local bus services are available for transportation between the townships.
By Autorickshaw: Autorickshaws are cheaper compared to taxis and can be used to reach the interior places from the townships.
By Taxi: Local taxis are also available at cheap rates. In Wayanad, the term taxi is mostly in reference to a Jeep style vehicle.
By Car: Driving is pleasant as traffic is thin and disciplined unlike other parts of Kerala.
By Walk: Many places of attractions are nearby the towns so you could walk between them.
