At a Glance

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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

NorthMala and Chalakudy Block Panchayats of Thrissur District
EastKarukutty Grama Panchayat, Angamaly Municipality, and Kanjoor Grama Panchayat
SouthAluva Municipality, Alangad Block Panchayat, and Vazhakkulam Block Panchayat
WestChendamangalam and Methala Grama Panchayats