Situated at a distance of 25 km from Sulthan Bathery and 32 Kms from Kalpetta, the temple is known for its unique location and is the only temple known to house the deities of Lava and Kush, Children of Lord Ram and Devi Seetha. Often a famous legend, associating the temple, is foretold that Sita spent her days of exile at this place, in the Valmiki Ashram.

The idol of Sita is worshipped as Jadayatha Amma. It is believed that Sita birthed Lava and Kusha here followed by their progression towards adulthood. Originally, the place was regarded by the name Sisumala which later changed to Sasimala. It is also believed that the name Pulpally is linked to the bed of grass (Dharbha) on which Lava is believed to have played during his childhood.