At a Glance
Parakkadavu Block Panchayat
One of the 14 important Block Panchayats in Ernakulam District
📌 Basic Information
District & Taluks Ernakulam (Aluva and Paravur Taluks)
Headquarters Kurumassery
Area 115.87 Square Kilometres
Address Kurumassery - 683579
Phone Numbers 0484-2473031, 2473866
Email bdoparakadavu@gmail.com
🏛️ Grama Panchayats Under the Block Panchayat
- Parakkadavu
- Chengamanad
- Nedumbassery
- Puthenvelikkara
- Sreemoolanagaram
- Kunnukara
🌐 Key Features
- Geographical Significance: The proximity of the Chalakudy River and Periyar River plays an important role in the agricultural sector and drinking water availability in these areas.
- Transportation Facilities: Cochin International Airport (CIAL) is located in Nedumbassery Grama Panchayat, which comes under the Parakkadavu Block Panchayat.
- Culture & History: The historically significant Thirumoozhikkulam Lakshmana Perumal Temple and other ancient places of worship are located within the boundaries of this Block Panchayat.
🗺️ Boundaries
| North | Mala and Chalakudy Block Panchayats of Thrissur District |
| East | Karukutty Grama Panchayat, Angamaly Municipality, and Kanjoor Grama Panchayat |
| South | Aluva Municipality, Alangad Block Panchayat, and Vazhakkulam Block Panchayat |
| West | Chendamangalam and Methala Grama Panchayats |