🌿 KUTHANNUR GRAMA PANCHAYAT

History and Geographical Features

Kuthannur Grama Panchayat was established on 1 January 1964. It covers an area of 35.83 square kilometres and is divided into 16 wards. The total population of the Panchayat is 23,045, comprising 11,056 males and 11,989 females. Approximately 85% of the population is literate.

Geographically, Kuthannur is situated in the midland region. Approximately 25% of its area is forest land. Areas of natural beauty such as Kurudankunnu, Chenkudan Mala, and Moolanurkavu are among the distinctive geographical features of the Panchayat.

🌾 Agricultural Features

The major agricultural crops cultivated in Kuthannur include:

• Paddy
• Tapioca
• Banana
• Coconut

The Panchayat primarily depends on Malampuzha Dam for agricultural irrigation. The Vadakkethodu and Thekkethodu streams flow through the Panchayat.

Several irrigation facilities are in operation, including the Vadakke Padam, Kakkothi, Neyyandi, and Maniyambara check dams. In addition, 58 ponds located in different parts of the Panchayat are also used for irrigation.

💧 Drinking Water and Basic Infrastructure

• 62 public wells
• 18 drinking water taps
• 741 streetlights
• 8 ration shops
• 2 Maveli Stores
• 1 Neethi Store

The public distribution system and basic infrastructure facilities are functioning effectively.

🏥 Health and Animal Husbandry

The major health and veterinary institutions functioning in the Panchayat include:

• Family Health Centre (FHC)
• Government Homoeopathic Hospital
• Government Ayurvedic Hospital
• Two veterinary hospitals at Kuthannur and Tholannur

🏫 Education

Formal education in the Panchayat began with the establishment of an elementary school in 1906 by Nellikkad Balan Nair.

At present, the Panchayat has:

• One Government Higher Secondary School
• Three Lower Primary (LP) Schools
• Four Aided Schools, including one High School

🏭 Industries and Livelihoods

Although Kuthannur does not have large-scale industries, several small-scale and traditional industries are active in the area.

Major Traditional Industries

• Palm-leaf umbrella making
• Pappadam production
• Metal utensil manufacturing
• Pottery
• Coir production
• Mat weaving
• Products made from palmyra fibre

Other industries such as timber industries, plastic manufacturing units, and ice factories are also functioning in the Panchayat.

🏛 Major Institutions

• Family Health Centre
• Krishi Bhavan
• KSEB Sub-Division
• Post Offices
• Nedungode Rubber Board Office
• Drinking Water Supply Office
• Telephone Exchange

🏞 Tourist Destination

🌿 Muppuzha Nanangadi

Muppuzha Nanangadi is one of the major tourist destinations in Kuthannur Grama Panchayat. The area combines natural beauty with historical heritage and attracts many visitors.

🛕 Culture and Heritage

Kuthannur is a village that preserves a rich cultural heritage.

Major Places of Worship

• Tholani Bhagavathy Temple
• Sree Narayanamangalam Mahavishnu Temple

Major Festival

• Vela

📚 Libraries

• Bharat Library
• EMS Reading Room / Library
• Grameena Vayanashala, Tholannur

🎭 Cultural and Sports Organizations

• Yuvashakthi
• Navaratna
• Chimpukad Kala Kayika Nilayam
• Bhavana Arts and Sports Club
• Tholannur Kala Samskarika Vedi

🚍 Transportation Facilities

Main Road

Kulavanmukku – Athippotta Road

Nearby Major Centres

• ✈️ Airport: Nedumbassery
• 🚆 Railway Station: Olavakkode
• ⚓ Port: Kochi

🏦 Banking Services

• Cooperative Bank — functioning since 1982
• Surya Bank
• ESAF Bank
• Punjab National Bank
• South Indian Bank

🌿 A Grama Panchayat where nature, agricultural wealth, and rich cultural heritage come together, Kuthannur Grama Panchayat continues to be a developing rural community.