Panchayat

A Panchayat is a collective body of elected representatives responsible for administering the affairs of Panchayati Raj institutions. In the context of a Grama Panchayat, it is the main governing committee that implements the decisions of the Gram Sabha and carries out the day-to-day administration of the village.The main components of a Panchayat are:President: The head of the Panchayat who presides over meetings and supervises the overall functioning of the Panchayat.Vice President: Performs the duties of the President in their absence.Ward Members: Elected representatives from each ward of the Panchayat who represent the needs and concerns of the people.Standing Committees: Sub-committees formed to facilitate decision-making and efficiently handle areas such as finance,...

Smt. Pushpa Vijayan

President

Smt. Nesiya Faizal

Vice President & Chairperson Standing Committee for finance

Smt. Roniyo Jerish

Chairperson, Standing Committee for development

Sri. Thomas Zacharias

Chairman, Standing Committee for Welfare

Smt. Sheeba Chandrasekharapillai

Chairperson, Standing Committee for Health and Education

Smt. Simi K George

Secretary, Grama Panchayat

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At a glance

Kudayathoor Grama Panchayat, KanjarIdukki DistrictKeralaNumber of Wards: 14Legislative Assembly Constituency: IdukkiLok Sabha Constituency: IdukkiVillages: Kudayathoor, AlakodeTotal Population (2011): 13,045Area: 28.20 sq. km.

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History of Grama Panchayat

Kudayathoor Grama Panchayat was once a continuous part of the dense forest area of Idukki. The Legend of Lord Shasta: According to popular folklore, while traveling, Lord Shasta of Sabarimala stopped to rest in the forests of Kudayathoor after placing his palm-leaf umbrella (Olakuda) on the ground. Because it was the place where the umbrella (Kuda) was placed (Vacha), the region came to be known as "Kudavechoor." Over time, Kudavechoor evolved into Kudayathoor. The Warriors of Azhvanchery Thamprakkal: Other records suggest a different origin. The warriors of the Azhvanchery Thamprakkal conquered this land. To establish their sovereignty, they decorated the highest mountain peak with umbrellas (Kuda) and festive banners (Kodi) to celebrate their victory. Thus, the place got the name Kudayathoor, meaning...

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