Habel of Kaipetta was a 19th-century Indian writer and religious figure who converted from Hinduism to Christianity. Born Deivathan in the village of Kaipatta, he was baptized at age thirty-eight in the Mallappally Anglican Church, receiving the name Habel. He is recognized as the initial convert from the Chera Dynasty of Kerala. Throughout his life, he traveled extensively to establish new congregations and spread his faith to many followers.