All beneficiaries of social security pensions in Vellamunda Grama Panchayat are mandatorily required to complete biometric mustering through Akshaya centres between July 17, 2026, and September 30, 2026.

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Panchayat

A Panchayat is an elected body of representatives formed to handle the administrative affairs of Panchayati Raj institutions. In the case of a Grama Panchayat, it is the primary committee responsible for implementing the decisions of the Grama Sabha and managing day-to-day administration.The main components of a Panchayat are:President: The head of the Panchayat. Presides over meetings and supervises the overall activities of the Panchayat.Vice President: Performs duties in the absence of the President.Ward Members: Elected representatives from each ward in the Panchayat.Standing Committees: Committees formed for matters such as finance, development, welfare, health, and education to streamline the decision-making process of the Panchayat...

Panchayat Meeting Standing Committee Meeting Decisions (Old)
KAMAR LAILA T M
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KAMAR LAILA T M

President

LATHIKA M
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LATHIKA M

Vice President & Chairman Standing Committee for finance

ATHIKKA BAI M
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ATHIKKA BAI M

Chairman, Standing Committee for development

ABDUL SALAM P K
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ABDUL SALAM P K

Chairman,Standing Committee for Welfare

SOUDA NANTHOTH
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SOUDA NANTHOTH

Chairman,Standing Committee for Health and Education

SUDHEER C
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SUDHEER C

Secretary, Grama Panchayat

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Vellamunda Grama Panchayat is a prominent hillside village panchayat located in the Mananthavady Taluk of Wayanad district. Below are the key details about this beautiful village, which is rich in agricultural culture and a diverse historical background. Basic InformationDistrict: WayanadTaluk: MananthavadyArea: 64.54 square kilometersNumber of Wards: 24Panchayat Office Location: Vellamunda Ettenal (8/4) — This name originated because it is located 8 miles and 4 furlongs away from Mananthavady. BoundariesWest: Banasura MountainEast: KarakkamalaNorth: Edavaka PanchayatSouth: Kaiputhussery River History and EtymologyOrigin of the Name: It is believed that the name 'Vellamunda' evolved from 'Vellamunda Idam', the ancestral home of the Vattathode family, who were prominent landlords in this region during the feudal era.History: Before the era of Pazhassi Raja, this region was under the rule of the Puliya dynasty. Later, at the request of the local chieftains, Pazhassi Raja...

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History of Grama Panchayat

Vellamunda Grama Panchayat: A Brief History Nestled in the valley of the Banasura mountain ranges, Vellamunda Grama Panchayat boasts a rich ancient and cultural heritage. The place name originated from 'Vellamunda Idam,' the ancestral home of the Vattathodu family, who were prominent landlords in the region. Sites such as 'Karabanachedi' (present-day Karuvanasseri)—believed to be the spot where the hands of the legendary figure Banasura were severed—and Pulinjal Fort—once ruled by the Puliya dynasty—testify to the area's ancient history. The Mangalasseri hills here served as one of the key guerrilla warfare hideouts for Pazhassi Raja during his struggle against the British. Vellamunda's social fabric was shaped by a blend of communities: the Kurichya warriors (descendants of Thalakkal Chanthu, a...

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September 14, 2026

Vellamunda Nizhalum Nilavum

The event "Vellamunda Nizhalum Nilavum" (Vellamunda: Shadow and Moonlight) by Rafeeq Vellamunda, organized under the aegis of the Vellamunda Grama Panchayat, was a notable success. Mananthavady MLA Smt. Usha Vijayan inaugurated the event, which was presided over by Panchayat President Smt. T.M....

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