Kottathara Grama Panchayat

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.

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.

The population of Kottathara, recorded at 14,494 people with nearly equal gender distribution, maintains traditional Kerala customs through local festivals and celebrations.

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.

The region maintains an 82.08 percent literacy rate and integrates agricultural activities with local governance, supporting community-based farming initiatives.

Location: Wayanad district

Part of: Kalpatta Block Panchayath, Vythiri taluk

Shares border with: Vengappally Grama Panchayat

Website: http://lsgkerala.in/kottatharapanchayat

GPS coordinates: 11.65636,76.02496

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:24