Panchayat

A Panchayat is a collective body of elected representatives formed to carry out the administrative functions of Panchayati Raj institutions. In the case of a Grama Panchayat, it is the main governing body responsible for implementing the decisions of the Grama Sabha and managing day-to-day administration.The main components of the Panchayat are:President: Mrs. Jeena Syriac is the head of the Panchayat. She presides over meetings and supervises the overall functioning of the Panchayat.Vice President: Mr. Sajeev Kumar A.D. carries out the responsibilities in the absence of the President.Ward Members: There are 14 ward members, elected representatives from each ward of the Panchayat.Standing Committees: These are sub-committees formed to facilitate decision-making in areas such as...

Panchayat Meeting Standing Committee Meeting Decisions (Old)
Geena Cyriac
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Geena Cyriac

President

Sajeev Kumar A D
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Sajeev Kumar A D

Vice President & Chairman Standing Committee for finance

Alphonsa Tijo
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Alphonsa Tijo

Chairman, Standing Committee for development

Biju Joseph
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Biju Joseph

Chairman,Standing Committee for Welfare

Sujatha Anilkumar
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Sujatha Anilkumar

Chairman,Standing Committee for Health and Education

M S Shiny
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M S Shiny

Secretary, Grama Panchayat

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History of Grama Panchayat

Kadaplamattom was originally known as ‘Padathalamattam’ (meaning a field of war or military camp), serving as a major hub for powerful local rulers and chieftains. Local place names such as Bhagavathikunnu and Vedikunnu still point to this historical era of warfare. Around 1000 AD, a Christian church that existed here was destroyed during a war. It was later rebuilt under the leadership of Pothiyittel Thomman Tharyathu Kathanar, with the formal permission of a local chieftain named Thumbayil Kaimal. Ancient Religious and Cultural Influences Jain and Buddhist Roots: Centuries ago, the region of Vayala was a prominent center for Jainism and Buddhism. This is evident from local plot names like Kottayil and Kaniyadi, as well as names like Othappally and Muttappally. Centuries-Old Landmarks: The...

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