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Panchayat

A Panchayat is a body of elected representatives responsible for managing the administrative affairs of Panchayati Raj institutions. In the case of a Grama Panchayat, it serves as the primary executive body that implements the decisions of the Grama Sabha and oversees daily governance.The key components of a Panchayat include:PresidentThe head of the Panchayat who presides over meetings and supervises the overall administration and activities of the Panchayat.Vice PresidentAssumes the duties and responsibilities of the President in their absence.Ward MembersElected public representatives representing each individual ward within the Panchayat.Standing CommitteesSub-committees formed to streamline decision-making across specific functional areas, such as Finance, Development,...

Panchayat Meeting Standing Committee Meeting Decisions (Old)
J Pradeep
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J Pradeep

President

Indu S R
Indu S R

Vice President & Chairperson Standing Committee for finance

Athul S
Athul S

Chairperson, Standing Committee for development

S Laila
S Laila

Chairperson,Standing Committee for Welfare

Jasmi J S
Jasmi J S

Chairperson, Standing Committee for Health and Education

Sreekumari T V
Sreekumari T V

Secretary

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History of Grama Panchayat

Poothakkulam is a countryside area situated at the southwestern tip of the Chathannoor constituency in Kollam district, adjacent to the Edava-Nadayara Backwaters. According to legend, this area was once a dense forest where Lord Bhoothanatha (Lord Ayyappa) appeared and was consecrated for devotees to offer worship. Oral traditions suggest that the name Bhoothakkulam originated from this legend, which later evolved into Poothakkulam. The word Pootham means "pure," so Poothakkulam also translates to "a pure or sacred land." Overall, Poothakkulam is a peaceful and tranquil region. It features a low-lying terrain with no major hills or valleys. Blessed with serene backwater shores gently touched by small waves on one side, the area is also rich in lush paddy fields. Until 1952, Poothakkulam was part of the...

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