Thondernad Grama Panchayat

Thondernad Grama Panchayat is a local government area in Wayanad district covering multiple villages and hamlets spread across the landscape. The region sits within the Western Ghats and features hilly terrain with agricultural land and forested areas.

The panchayat system came to this area following India's 73rd Constitutional Amendment, which gave local communities formal governance powers. This created a structured local administration where elected representatives work to address community issues.

Agriculture shapes daily life here, with many residents practicing traditional farming methods on the sloped terrain of the Western Ghats region. These local practices remain central to how the community identifies itself and organizes its economy.

The panchayat office handles local administrative matters and coordinates development work across the area. Keep in mind that this is a rural region where services may vary and travel between villages requires planning ahead.

The area encompasses several distinct local wards including Kunhome and Palery, each maintaining their own local character and governance patterns. This subdivision allows the wider community to function with decentralized decision-making at the ward level.

Location: Wayanad district

Part of: Mananthavadi Block Panchayath

Website: http://lsgkerala.in/thondernadpanchayat

GPS coordinates: 11.77417,75.83694

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:22