Kottathara Grama Panchayat, Local governance entity in Wayanad district, India.
Description
Kottathara Grama Panchayat is a local administration unit in the Vythiri taluk region of Wayanad district, covering several villages including Cheerakath, Venniyode, and Mailady. The area combines scattered rural settlements with a decentralized governance framework.
History
The Grama Panchayat system was established through India's constitutional reform in 1992, giving rural communities direct say in local governance matters. This shift decentralized decision-making away from distant administrative centers.
Culture
The population of Kottathara, recorded at 14,494 people with nearly equal gender distribution, maintains traditional Kerala customs through local festivals and celebrations.
Practical
Local authorities offer administrative services and community development programs that visitors can access through the official website or in person during office hours. It helps to note the postal code 673122 when seeking information or handling official matters.
Did you know?
The region maintains an 82.08 percent literacy rate and integrates agricultural activities with local governance, supporting community-based farming initiatives.
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