So Kottaram means not only a village but also a Palace because 18th & the beginning of the 19th century Kottaram village was ruled by Travancore Maharajas and they have constructed Gust Houses for them.
Karazhma Kottaram or Karazhma Palace (in English) is an ancient palace located at Mannar panchayath, Chengannur Taluk of Alapuzha District, Kerala State, India.