Map -2015
Vannappuram Grama Panchayat
Ward Delimitation Map – 2015
In preparation for the 2015 Local Self-Government Elections in Kerala, the State Delimitation Commission revised the ward boundaries and published an updated ward map for Vannappuram Grama Panchayat. The delimitation process was carried out by considering factors such as population distribution, geographical characteristics, and administrative convenience.
Ward Division in 2015
According to the 2015 Ward Delimitation Map, Vannappuram Grama Panchayat was divided into the following 17 wards:
| Sl. No. | Ward Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Valiyakandam |
| 2 | Rajagiri |
| 3 | Pattayakkudy |
| 4 | Vellakkayam |
| 5 | Kallippara |
| 6 | Mundanmudi |
| 7 | Ezhupathekkar |
| 8 | Koovappuram |
| 9 | Venmattam |
| 10 | Kaliyar |
| 11 | Mullankuthy |
| 12 | Orakkanni |
| 13 | Vannappuram Town North |
| 14 | Vannappuram Town South |
| 15 | Kalyanthani |
| 16 | Odiyappara |
| 17 | Mullarinkadu |
Key Features of the 2015 Ward Map
1. Road Network
The most prominent transportation corridor shown on the map is the Thodupuzha–Vannappuram–Chelachuvadu Road, which serves as the principal route connecting the western parts of the Panchayat with the eastern high-range regions. This road forms the backbone of the Panchayat’s transportation network.
2. Administrative and Social Institutions
The Vannappuram Town area serves as the administrative and service centre of the Panchayat. Major institutions marked on the map include:
- Grama Panchayat Office
- Village Office
- Community Health Centre (CHC)
- S.N.M. High School
- Various places of worship and public institutions
3. Topographical Features
The northeastern part of the Panchayat is characterized by forest areas and hill ranges associated with the Western Ghats.
Major geographical landmarks include:
- Kottappara
- Meenuliyan Para
- Mundanmudi Hills
- Forest regions and natural landscapes
4. Water Resources
The Kaliyar River, flowing along the southern boundary of the Panchayat, is the principal water resource of the region. Together with its tributary streams and rivulets, it plays a vital role in agriculture, drinking water supply, and ecological sustainability.
Significance of the Ward Delimitation
The 2015 ward delimitation was undertaken to ensure balanced population representation and improve administrative efficiency within the Panchayat. The revised ward structure facilitated more effective local governance and equitable development across the Panchayat area.
Subsequently, under the 2025 Delimitation Order, the number of wards in Vannappuram Grama Panchayat was increased from 17 to 19, reflecting demographic changes and the evolving administrative needs of the Panchayat.
Note
For Panchayat Profile Books and Development Reports, it is recommended to include the 2015 Ward Delimitation Map alongside this description. This will provide a visual representation of the Panchayat’s administrative divisions and enhance the authenticity and presentation of the document.