Thekkan theyyam (തെക്കന് കുറത്തി തെയ്യം) is a rare theyyam and is worshipped in kavu, tharavadu and temples in Kannur and Kasaragod regions of North Kerala during the annual theyyam, thira and kaliyattam festival. As per information, she spreads various kinds of poxes in the region. As per Thekkan Kurathi theyyam story, she is none other than Goddess Parvati and is referred to as Kunnin Makal – the daughter of Mountain. She protects her devotees from supernatural forces and all kinds of natural calamities. She prefers to stay in outdoor store area of the house.
If there is a Kurathi theyyam in a sacred place, she will be
the first theyyam to appear. She is widely worshipped by the women folk. The
scene of women cooking food and serving it to Kurathi theyyam is a heart wrenching
scene. All kinds of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes are part of the food
served.
Thekkan Kurathi is worshipped to keep away all kinds of health problems. She is also invoked for good health of children.