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Sri Tirupathamma Ammavari Temple

Sri Tirupathamma Ammavari Devasthanam, Penuganchiprolu

Penuganchiprolu, NTR District – 521190, Andhra Pradesh, India

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About the Temple

Introduction

Sri Tirupathamma Ammavari Devasthanam in Penuganchiprolu, NTR district, Andhra Pradesh, is one of the most beloved village-goddess shrines of the Telugu lands. Penuganchiprolu lies about 71 km from Vijayawada and 50 km from Khammam, close to the Telangana border, and the town is known everywhere as the home of Tirupathamma Talli. Devotees from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana come here throughout the year, and in very large numbers during the annual Tirunallu festivals. The temple is administered by the Andhra Pradesh Endowments Department.

The Goddess

The presiding deity is Sri Tirupathamma Ammavaru, worshipped together with her husband Sri Gopayya Swamy. Devotees see Tirupathamma as a loving, protective mother of the village and of all who seek her help. Families pray to her for the health of their children, for harmony in the home, for good harvests and for the well-being of their cattle, and return to fulfil their vows once their prayers are answered.

The Story of Tirupathamma

According to local tradition, Tirupathamma was born as a blessing of Lord Venkateswara of Tirumala, and for this reason she was named after the Lord of Tirupati. From childhood she was deeply devoted to the Lord. She was married to Gopayya of Penuganchiprolu and lived a life of devotion and dharma.

Tradition says that after Gopayya's death, Tirupathamma chose to follow her husband, and that her extraordinary devotion led the people of the region to honour her as a perantalu – a woman revered as divine. A shrine was raised in her memory, and over generations it grew into the great temple of today. Her life is remembered by devotees as an example of faith, devotion and steadfastness.

Mahima / Significance

For the people of the Krishna and Khammam regions, Tirupathamma is a household goddess (kuladevata) for many families. Devotees believe that sincere prayers offered here are answered, and the temple is especially popular for vows related to children, marriage and family welfare. Many devotees first offer their prayers at the temple before major family events.

The town also has a deep bond with Lord Venkateswara because of Tirupathamma's devotion to him, and devotees often visit the Venkateswara shrines of Penuganchiprolu along with the Ammavari temple.

Festivals

  • Pedda Tirunallu (from Magha Pournami, February–March): the biggest festival of the year – a grand temple fair lasting several days, during which lakhs of devotees come to Penuganchiprolu. Special pujas, processions and the Ammavari Kalyanam are celebrated, and the authorities make special arrangements for buses, water and security.
  • Chinna Tirunallu: a smaller annual festival that also draws large crowds of devotees.
  • Dasara / Devi Navaratrulu (September–October): special alankarams and pujas for Ammavaru.
  • Sundays and Fridays: the most popular days for darshan and for fulfilling vows.

Temple Timings

  • The temple is generally open from early morning to evening.
  • Timings are extended during the Tirunallu festivals. Please check with the Devasthanam before your visit.

How to Reach

By Road: Penuganchiprolu is about 71 km from Vijayawada and about 50 km from Khammam. The nearby town of Jaggayyapet lies on the Hyderabad–Vijayawada highway (NH-65), and APSRTC buses connect Penuganchiprolu with Vijayawada, Jaggayyapet, Nandigama and Khammam. TGSRTC buses also run from Telangana, and special buses are arranged during the Tirunallu.

By Train: Vijayawada Junction is the nearest major railway station; continue by road.

By Air: The nearest airport is Vijayawada International Airport (VGA) at Gannavaram, about 90 km away by road.

Visitor Information

  • Dress code: traditional attire is recommended.
  • Crowds: the Pedda Tirunallu draws very large crowds; plan travel and stay in advance.
  • Stay: basic lodging is available in Penuganchiprolu; more options are available at Jaggayyapet, Vijayawada and Khammam.
  • Nearby places: Sri Moksha Praptha Venkateswara Swamy Temple (Penuganchiprolu), Sri Shambhulingeswara Swamy Temple at Nawabupeta, the hilltop Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple at Tirumalagiri, and Vedadri Sri Yogananda Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple on the Krishna river. Another shrine of Tirupathamma and Gopayya Swamy is the Sri Tirupathamma Gopayya Varla Devasthanam at Chandragudem, on NH 30 near Mylavaram.