The idol of Masaniamman at Aanaimalai, Polachi, is 17 feet long and depicted in a reclining posture which is very unique. The temple is built from soil taken from a crematorium. Needhikal (stone of justice) is a stone where devotees offer ground chillies to seek resolution to their problems and demand justice.Worship at the temple is believed to relieve people of problems in family relationships, loss due to betrayal and theft and all issues related to negativity.