Kaniyambetta Grama Panchayat, Local government institution in Wayanad district, India
Kaniyambetta Grama Panchayat is a local government institution in Wayanad, Kerala, that covers multiple administrative divisions including Nelliyambam, Chithramoola, and Kollivayal. It manages fundamental public services and community administration for the residents across its service area.
The institution was established as part of India's decentralization efforts to empower local communities in managing their own affairs. This grassroots governance structure enabled residents to take a direct role in decisions affecting their daily lives.
The region maintains strong agricultural traditions with many residents cultivating coffee and spices, while the Puthanathani Janardana temple serves as a central religious landmark for community gatherings.
Residents can access administrative services and community information directly at the office or through the official website and contact channels. Email and telephone are available as additional ways to submit inquiries and requests outside of office hours.
The panchayat recorded a population of 24,419 in 2001, with an impressively high literacy rate of 82.59 percent among its inhabitants.
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