PANCHAYATH HISTORY
Kannadi Grama Panchayat
Palakkad District • Palakkad Taluk • Kuzhalmannam Block
Kannadi is a Grama Panchayat located in Kuzhalmannam Block of Palakkad Taluk in Palakkad District. Kannadi Grama Panchayat was established in 1969. The Panchayat has an area of 19.80 square kilometres and is divided into 17 wards.
Total Population
According to the 2010 general status analysis, the population of Kannadi Grama Panchayat was 21,725.
Female Population
Out of the total population, 11,094 are females.
Male Population
Out of the total population, 10,631 are males.
Geographically, Kannadi Grama Panchayat falls within the Midland region. About 95% of the area consists of plains, while the remaining area consists of gentle slopes.
The major soil types found in the Panchayat include sandy loam soil and clay soil.
Major Crops
- Rice
- Pulses
- Vegetables
- Coconut
- Banana
- Tapioca
- Black Pepper
Plantation Crops
- Jackfruit
- Cashew
- Mango
- Arecanut
- Sugarcane
- Ginger
Agricultural Life
Agriculture was the traditional livelihood of a large section of the people in Kannadi Panchayat. Conservation and efficient utilization of water resources are highly beneficial for the development of the agricultural sector.
Bharathapuzha River
Bharathapuzha is the only major river flowing through the village.
Public Ponds
More than 20 ponds in the Panchayat are used as important water resources.
Malampuzha Canal
The Malampuzha Canal is one of the major water resources used for agricultural purposes.
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| Direction | Boundary |
|---|---|
| East | Kodumbu Panchayat |
| West | Mathur – Kuzhalmannam Panchayats |
| South | Thenkurissi – Peruvembu Panchayats |
| North | Kannadipuzha River |
