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The Karaikudi AMK family is a Nagarathar family which hails from Chettinadd. They are a community with very rich cultural heritage, known for their philanthropy; building temples and schools, and maintaining them throughout India and Asia. They were able to travel to foreign countries by boat, train, and by foot and set up businesses.

The Nagarathar or Nattukkottai Chettiar was historically anvoyaging community of merchants who claim Chettinad as their traditional home. How they reached that place, which at the time comprised adjacent parts of the ancient states of Pudukkottai, Ramnad and Sivagangai, is uncertain, with various communal legends being recorded. Among those are a fairly recently recorded claim that they were driven there because of persecution by a Chola king and that they were encouraged to go there by a Pandyan king who wanted to take advantage of their trading skills. The legends converge in saying that they obtained the use of nine temples, with each representing one exogamous part of the community.

They may have become maritime traders trading in salt by the 17th century and European expansionism in South East Asia during the next century fostered conditions that enabled the community to expand its trading enterprises, including as moneylenders.

The AMK Family members are part of the management in the following temples

  • Karaikudi Nagara Sivan Koil
  • Registered Trustees Nattukottai Chettiars temple, Penang, Malaysia
  • Illathankudi Kalanivasal Kudi Perumal Koil

The Three branches of the AMK family area AMKMK, AMKMCT and AMKMALM. The AMK family Tree is traced back to seven generations starting with “A” for Alagiavanapa Chettiar, his Son Muthukarupan Chettiar, his Son Karuppan Chettiar, his Son Muthukkaruppan chettiar who has three sons as depicted in the family tree

AMK Family Tree

Temple

The Stone temple was build over 75 years ago by our Grandfathers. There is large tank in the front of the temple. The temple and Farm house are situated among the agriculture fields.

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Stay

AMK Farm House is a situated at AMK village, Mattayanthidal very near to Papanasam, Thanjavur District. The nearest railway station is Papanasam (PML) at 3 kms from the AMK Farm House.

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Explore

Kumbakonam is a sacred spot known for its 4 large great temples dedicated to, Sarangapani, Kumbeswarar Brahma and Nageswarar Temples. Around them there are all the Navagraha Temples.

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Our SERVICES

Educational Initiatives

Recognizing the power of knowledge, they established schools and colleges, offering quality education to diverse students.

Cultural Preservation

Maintaining traditional practices and heritage sites, including ancient temples and agricultural lands.

AMK Farm House

Provides comfortable, air-conditioned accommodation with modern facilities and food services.

Philanthropic Activities

The Karaikudi AMK family engages in extensive philanthropic efforts, supporting education, healthcare, and community development projects.

Temple Management

Overseeing and maintaining temples like Karaikudi Nagara Sivan Koil and Nattukottai Chettiars temple in Penang.

Healthcare Services

The AMK family is establishing a health center in Mattayanthidal, providing free medical care and screenings, with daily treatment for over 50 patients.