The name Manakala has an uncertain etymology. Manakala may stem from an imperfect Malayalamportmanteau fusing Manal ("Sand") and Kaala ("Land" or "Place"). Thus Manalkaala means place covered by sand. Most of Manakala is covered by sand.
The Vishnutemple, Sreenarayanapuram Temple which is more than 200 years old is located here. The Shiva temple, Peringanadu Trichendamangalam Mahadeva Temple which is known for its 'Kettu Kazhcha' during the annual festival is located 2km from Manakala.
Churches
There are few Churches of prominence in this area. St. Marthsmooni Orthodox Syrian church, St. Thomas Marthomite Church, Six numbers of Church of South India churches, Bible College and related institutions of Sharon Pentecostal Mission are commendable establishments and contribution of Christian Community in this part.
Faith Theological Seminary is the bible college of the Pentecostal church called Sharon Fellowship church. It was founded in 1970 under the leadership of Rev. Dr. T.G Koshy (Kunjumon Pastor) and Rev. Dr. P.G Jacob (Thankachan Pastor). They played a vital role in the establishment of the christian movement in Manakala and Adoor from 1960’s.
Mannady Temple
Mannady Temple, which is known for Mudiyettam, and the place which has historical importance due to the Sacrifice of the Great Soldier, TravancoreDiwanVeluthampy Dalava, who fought the British Raj, till his last breath, is just 6km from here. The inhabitants of this village are dominated by Hindu community but there is a significant Christian population and a few Muslims.
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