What is Annaprashana?
Annaprashana is the ceremony of a baby’s first solid food, one of the sixteen samskaras. It takes 1 to 1.5 hours with 1 pandit.
Pandits available for Annaprashana in Thiruvananthapuram
Annaprashana in Thiruvananthapuram
In Kerala the Choroonu is often done at Guruvayur or a family temple, with the first rice offered to the deity.
Well-known temples in and around Thiruvananthapuram
- Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple
- Attukal Bhagavathy Temple
Areas we cover in and around Thiruvananthapuram
- Kowdiar
- Vazhuthacaud
- Kazhakoottam
- Pattom
- Sasthamangalam
- Karamana
Puja timings in Thiruvananthapuram this week
Thiruvananthapuram timings from Sat, 14 Nov. Avoid starting Annaprashana in Rahu Kalam; your pandit fixes the exact muhurtham.
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Rahu Kalam | Abhijit muhurtham |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, 14 Nov | 06:14 AM | 05:59 PM | 09:10 AM – 10:39 AM | 11:43 AM – 12:30 PM |
| Sun, 15 Nov | 06:15 AM | 05:59 PM | 04:31 PM – 05:59 PM | 11:43 AM – 12:30 PM |
| Mon, 16 Nov | 06:15 AM | 05:59 PM | 07:43 AM – 09:11 AM | 11:43 AM – 12:30 PM |
| Tue, 17 Nov | 06:15 AM | 05:59 PM | 03:03 PM – 04:31 PM | 11:44 AM – 12:31 PM |
| Wed, 18 Nov | 06:16 AM | 05:59 PM | 12:07 PM – 01:35 PM | None (Wednesday) |
| Thu, 19 Nov | 06:16 AM | 05:59 PM | 01:35 PM – 03:03 PM | 11:44 AM – 12:31 PM |
| Fri, 20 Nov | 06:16 AM | 05:59 PM | 10:40 AM – 12:08 PM | 11:44 AM – 12:31 PM |
Vrats and festival days ahead in Thiruvananthapuram
- Fri, 20 Nov
Devutthana Ekadashi
- Sun, 22 Nov
Pradosh Vrat
- Tue, 24 Nov
Purnima
- Fri, 27 Nov
Sankashti Chaturthi
- Fri, 4 Dec
Utpanna Ekadashi
- Sun, 6 Dec
Pradosh Vrat
Annaprashana price in Thiruvananthapuram and nearby
| City | Starting dakshina | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Thiruvananthapuram (this page) | ₹3,450 | Malayalam |
| Kochi | ₹3,450 | Malayalam |
| Madurai | ₹3,450 | Tamil |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Annaprashana cost in Thiruvananthapuram?
Annaprashana in Thiruvananthapuram starts from ₹3,450 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. This includes the standard area rate for Thiruvananthapuram (the base price is ₹3,100 in the metro cities). Samagri and express booking are optional, and the full bill with GST is shown before you pay.
Can I book a Malayalam-speaking pandit for Annaprashana in Thiruvananthapuram?
Yes — Malayalam-speaking pandits are the norm in Thiruvananthapuram. Check the languages on each profile before you pick.
Which areas of Thiruvananthapuram do you cover?
Homes and offices across Thiruvananthapuram, including Kowdiar, Vazhuthacaud, Kazhakoottam, Pattom, Sasthamangalam and Karamana. Whether a pandit is free for your date and area is confirmed when you pick a slot.