At a Glance
Edappally Block Panchayat
At a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Local Body | Edappally Block Panchayat |
| District | Ernakulam |
| State | Kerala |
| Local Body Type | Block Panchayat |
| Local Body Code | B070600 |
| Number of Grama Panchayats | 4 |
| Number of Block Divisions | 14 |
01. Kadamakkudy Grama Panchayat
Kadamakkudy is a group of islands and water-rich areas located in the Kochi region. The area is known for its unique geographical features, backwater landscape and traditional livelihood activities.
02. Cheranalloor Grama Panchayat
Cheranalloor is situated close to the urban region of Kochi and has strong connectivity with the surrounding local government institutions and urban areas.
03. Mulavukad Grama Panchayat
Mulavukad is a water-surrounded area with islands, backwaters and coastal characteristics. The region has significance in terms of settlement, livelihood and tourism potential.
04. Elankunnapuzha Grama Panchayat
Elankunnapuzha is a coastal and island-region local body with distinctive geographical characteristics and close links with the wider Kochi region.
- 🌊 Extensive backwaters and water bodies
- 🏝️ Island and coastal areas
- 🌴 Coconut-based and traditional livelihood activities
- 🐟 Fishing and allied activities
- 🏙️ Close proximity to the Kochi urban region
- 🚗 Good connectivity with major parts of Ernakulam District
- 🚤 Scope for water-based transport and tourism activities
- 🌱 Agricultural and allied sector development
- 🐟 Fisheries and livelihood development
- 🏗️ Rural infrastructure development
- 🚰 Drinking water and sanitation
- 🏥 Public health and healthcare-related development
- 📚 Education and social development
- 👩 Women empowerment and livelihood programmes
- ♿ Welfare activities for persons with disabilities
- 👴 Welfare and support programmes for senior citizens
- 🌿 Environmental protection and waste management
- 🏠 Housing and poverty alleviation programmes
🌱 Sustainable Development
Promote environmentally responsible and sustainable development while protecting natural resources.
🤝 Participatory Governance
Strengthen people's participation and ensure transparent and efficient local governance.
🏗️ Infrastructure Development
Improve essential infrastructure and public facilities for the benefit of the local community.
👩 Social Empowerment
Promote the welfare and social empowerment of women, children, senior citizens and vulnerable sections of society.
- 🌊 Water-rich geographical environment
- 🏝️ Island and coastal settlements
- 🏙️ Close relationship with the Kochi metropolitan region
- 🚤 Potential for water transport and tourism
- 🐟 Traditional fishing and allied livelihood activities
- 🌿 Environmentally sensitive areas requiring sustainable development
- 🤝 Diverse social and cultural environment
Explore the location of Edappally Block Panchayat and its jurisdiction through the Ward Map.
