map 2026
Map 2026
1. Geographical Location
According to the map, Arattupuzha Grama Panchayat is bounded by the following areas:
- West: Arabian Sea
- East: Kayamkulam Lake
- North: Thrikkunnappuzha, Oachira, and Karthikappally regions
- South: Kandalloor, Devikulangara, and Krishnapuram regions
The map clearly indicates that Arattupuzha Grama Panchayat is situated on a narrow coastal landmass. The major residential areas and development activities of the Panchayat are concentrated within this limited stretch of land located between the Arabian Sea and the backwater areas.
2. Geographical Distribution of Wards
The wards are distributed mainly along the north–south and east–west directions, as indicated on the map.
Northern Region
- Ward 3: Choolatharuvu
- Ward 6: Kochiyude Jetty
- Ward 7: Valiyazheekal
- Ward 10: Perumpally
These areas are closely associated with backwater-based activities and the coastal fishing sector.
Central Region
- Ward 4: Kanakakunnu
- Ward 5: Keerikkad Jetty
- Ward 9: Tharayilkadavu North
- Ward 16: F.H.C. (Family Health Centre)
- Ward 19: S.N. Mandiram
These wards form the main central area of the Panchayat. Various administrative and public service-related institutions and facilities are concentrated in this region.
Southern Region
- Ward 1: Mangalam
- Ward 2: NTPC
- Ward 11: Ramanjeri
- Ward 12: Nannanikal
- Ward 13: Kallikkad South
- Ward 14: Kallikkad North
- Ward 15: A.K.G. Nagar
- Ward 17: Arattupuzha
- Ward 18: M.E.S.
These wards cover significant residential areas and various basic infrastructure facilities within the southern part of the Panchayat.
3. General Assessment
The geographical characteristics of Arattupuzha Grama Panchayat are predominantly coastal and backwater-oriented. The residential areas, basic infrastructure, and various development activities of the Panchayat are mainly concentrated on the limited stretch of land situated between the Arabian Sea and Kayamkulam Lake.
Coastal fishing, backwater-based activities, and residential settlements are among the major geographical features of the Panchayat. The geographical characteristics of the Panchayat have a significant influence on the livelihood, living conditions, infrastructure development, and overall development planning of the local community.
As the Panchayat is situated on a narrow coastal lan