Kappattu Kavu is located at Kappad in Chelora village on Mattannur road in Kannur district, Kerala. The main deity worshipped in the temple is Daivathar who is believed to be a Shaiva deity. Another deity worshipped in the temple is Vettakkorumakan.
There is a belief that Daivathar worshipped in the temple is deaf. But as per some belief hearing impairment is limited to just one ear.
The Upa Devatas worshipped in the temple are Malakkari, Povanatti and her children.
The annual festival in the temple is held from Medam masam 1 to Medam 4 (April 14 to April 17.