Organizational Structure
Grama Sabha
The Grama Sabha consists of all voters whose names are included in the electoral roll and who reside in a particular ward of the Grama Panchayat. Discussing village development activities. Prioritising development and welfare schemes. Reviewing the expenditure and implementation of Panchayat projects. Presenting public grievances and needs. Ensuring transparency and accountability in Panchayat activities.
Grama Panchayat Governing Committee
The Governing Committee consists of the Grama Panchayat President, Vice President, and 12 other elected representatives. The Grama Panchayat Governing Committee is the elected representative body responsible for ensuring the welfare of the people within the Panchayat jurisdiction and leading the overall development of the area. The Committee functions in accordance with the provisions of the Kerala Panchayat Raj Act, 1994, and the relevant rules.
Major Responsibilities
Administration and Policy Formulation
Preparation and Implementation of Development Projects
Financial Management
Welfare Activities and Benefits
Infrastructure Development
Coordinating project implementation through Panchayat staff and implementing officers.
Coordinating disaster management, emergency assistance, and relief activities.
Ensuring social justice, equality, transparency, and accountable governance.
Grama Panchayat Standing Committees
Finance Standing Committee
Examine the preparation of the Panchayat budget and financial planning.
Review matters relating to taxes, fees, and other sources of revenue.
Examine income and expenditure statements, accounts, and audit reports.
Monitor the utilisation of Panchayat funds.
Consider financial matters related to general administration.
Consider tax-related appeals in accordance with the law.
Development Standing Committee
Plan the annual development programme of the Grama Panchayat.
Promote development in agriculture, animal husbandry, dairy development, small-scale industries, and related sectors.
Examine development matters relating to roads, public works, housing, electricity, and other infrastructure.
Give importance to soil conservation, social forestry, minor irrigation, and fisheries.
Examine matters relating to building construction regulations.
Review the progress and implementation of development projects.
Welfare Standing Committee
Lead poverty alleviation initiatives and welfare pension programmes.
Implement schemes for the advancement of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, other disadvantaged sections, women, and children.
Coordinate the LIFE Housing Scheme for the homeless and other rehabilitation programmes.
Ensure welfare activities for senior citizens and persons with disabilities.
Review the public distribution system and the functioning of ration shops.
Ensure the timely delivery of assistance to disadvantaged and vulnerable sections of society.
Health and Education Standing Committee
Review the functioning of Primary Health Centres and Community Health Centres.
Coordinate infectious disease control, sanitation, and waste management activities.
Improve basic infrastructure in Anganwadis and educational institutions within the Panchayat area.
Ensure proper drinking water supply and sanitation.
Promote arts, sports, and youth welfare activities.
Implement programmes to address nutritional deficiencies.
Grama Panchayat Officials
Secretary
Coordinate the day-to-day administrative activities of the Panchayat.
Take necessary steps to implement Governing Committee decisions and statutory directions.
Handle procedures relating to official records, correspondence, licences, certificates, and other administrative matters.
Exercise lawful supervision over financial and administrative matters.
Assistant Secretary
Perform the administrative duties assigned.
Assist with the procedures relating to various projects and welfare schemes.
Handle files, reports, and official activities assigned by the Secretary.
Other Staff and Functional Sections
Accountant: Maintains accounts, income and expenditure records, financial statements, and related documents.
Clerical Staff: Handle file processing, applications, correspondence, and public service-related activities.
Office Assistants: Perform office support duties, including the movement and delivery of documents.
Heads of Institutions
LSGD Assistant Engineer
Prepare estimates, conduct technical inspections, and carry out measurements for public works.
Provide technical supervision for works related to roads, buildings, drainage, and other infrastructure.
Inspect the quality of works and ensure compliance with technical standards.
Agricultural Officer
Implement agricultural development schemes for farmers.
Coordinate services related to seeds, fertilisers, farming practices, and technical advice.
Implement schemes to improve agricultural production and farmers' welfare.
Village Extension Officer
Implement rural development schemes, including housing programmes.
Verify beneficiary details and conduct field inspections.
Prepare project progress reports and take necessary steps to ensure that eligible beneficiaries receive their entitlements.
Medical Officers
Provide public health and medical services.
Coordinate disease prevention, health awareness, and medical screening programmes.
Implement health programmes within the jurisdiction of their respective institutions and departments.
Senior Veterinary Surgeon
Provide veterinary services.
Implement livestock protection, vaccination, and animal husbandry development programmes.
Provide technical guidance to farmers on animal husbandry and livestock management.
Headmistress / Headmaster
Manage the day-to-day academic activities of the school.
Monitor students' academic performance, attendance, and basic infrastructure facilities.
Coordinate with the concerned department in implementing educational programmes.
