At a Glance
Located in Mannurkkara Village within the Nedumangad Taluk of Thiruvananthapuram district, Kuttichal Grama Panchayat falls under the Vellanad Block Panchayat. Geographically, Kuttichal is characterized by a landscape filled with hills, mountains, and rocky terrains. It sits at an elevation of approximately 75 meters above sea level.
Boundaries
The boundaries of the Kuttichal Panchayat are as follows:
- East: The Western Ghats
- West: Poovachal and Kattakada Panchayats
- North: Aryanad Panchayat
- South: Kallikkad Panchayat
History and Profile
- Formation: The Kuttichal Panchayat was established in 1968. Initially, it consisted of only four wards.
- Rural Character: Situated barely 24 kilometers away from Thiruvananthapuram city, Kuttichal remains a region with a purely rural essence.
- Area & Administration: The panchayat spans an area of 99.74 sq. km and is currently divided into 15 wards.