At a Glance

Wayanad District

Padinjarathara Grama Panchayat

🌄 Topography and Features

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Scenic Hill Village:

This region is situated in Vythiri taluk of Wayanad district. Greenery, hilly landscapes, and agricultural prosperity are the main features of this area. Known for its pleasant climate, this is one of the prominent local self-government institutions in Kerala.

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Banasura Sagar Dam:

Asia's largest earth dam, Banasura Sagar Dam, is located here. This places the panchayat prominently on the global tourism map and attracts numerous travelers.

🗺️ 1. Boundaries

⬆️ North

Vellamunda and Panamaram Grama Panchayats

➡️ East

Kottathara and Thariode Grama Panchayats

⬇️ South

Chakkittapara Grama Panchayat

⬅️ West

Vellamunda Grama Panchayat

🏢 2. Administrative Information

📍 District

Wayanad

🏛️ Taluk

Vythiri

🏢 Block Panchayat

Kalpetta Block Panchayat

🏘️ Villages

Padinjarathara, Kuppadithara (Two villages)

💼 3. Main Livelihoods

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Agriculture:

Agriculture is the primary source of income for the people here. Coffee, lesser yam, black pepper,areca nut, ginger, and rubber are the main crops.

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Tourism:

Since the Banasura Sagar Dam and related tourism spots are located here, numerous people depend on the tourism sector (homestays, resorts, travel services) for their livelihood.

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Animal Husbandry & Allied Occupations:

Apart from agriculture and tourism, dairy farms and other allied livelihood activities are active in the rural sector.

📊 Population Statistics (2011 Census)

CategoryTotal CountMalesFemales
General / Others13,1466,3076,839
Scheduled Tribes (ST)1,884935949
Scheduled Castes (SC)1,116554562
Children (Aged 0-6)1,9831,015968
Total Population16,1467,7968,350

🌿 A land where agricultural prosperity and natural beauty converge...

Padinjarathara Grama Panchayat