Vazhakkad Grama Panchayat, Rural administrative unit in Malappuram District, India
Description
Vazhakkad Grama Panchayat is a local administrative body in Malappuram district that lies along the Chaliyar River. It is organized into 18 wards covering areas such as Noonjikkara and Edavannappara.
History
The Chaliyapram Juma Mosque was founded in the early 1900s by religious leader Sayed Hasan Bukhari Pookkoya Thangal, marking a significant moment in the region's development. This religious structure shaped the local community over time.
Culture
The Panchayat maintains a high literacy rate of 98 percent among its population of 35,774 residents, with Malayalam and English serving as official languages.
Practical
The Panchayat office handles local administrative services and is reachable by road from nearby towns. Visiting during standard business hours is recommended for any local inquiries.
Did you know?
The Chaliyar Agitation was a local movement to protect the river's water quality from pollution. A former Panchayat president gained recognition for his work in this environmental protection campaign.
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