Information - Elamkulam Panchayath

Location & Administration

• • Village & Gram Panchayat in Perinthalmanna Taluk

• • Malappuram District, Kerala

• • Pincode: 679340

• • 10 km from Perinthalmanna (Sub-district HQ)

• • 30 km from Malappuram (District HQ)

• • Coordinates: 10.908°N, 76.229°E

Area & Land Use

• • Total Area: 2,134 hectares (21.34 km²)

• • Agricultural Land: 2,064.1 ha (96.7%)

• • Irrigated Area: 575.1 ha (27.9%)

• • Non-agricultural Use: 69.9 ha (3.3%)

• • Predominantly agricultural region

• • Rich fertile land suitable for various crops

Demographics (2011 Census)

• • Total Population: ~26,456 people

• • Number of Households: ~5,330

• • Overall Literacy Rate: 94.65%

• • Male Literacy: ~96.00%

• • Female Literacy: ~93.48%

• • Population Density: ~1,240 per km²

Governance Structure

• • Gram Panchayat with 16 wards

• • Local self-government institution

• • Democratic representation system

• • Average ~332 households per ward

• • Rural development programs

• • Community-based initiatives

Climate & Geography

• • Tropical monsoon climate

• • Average rainfall: 2,500-3,000mm annually

• • Temperature range: 22-35°C

• • Monsoon season: June-September

• • Coastal influence on weather patterns

• • High humidity levels year-round

Economic Activities

• • Primary: Agriculture (96.7% land use)

• • Major crops: Rice, coconut, areca nut

• • Spices: Pepper, cardamom cultivation

• • Small-scale industries

• • Trade and commerce centers

• • Service sector employment

Additional Information

Cultural Heritage: Rich Malayalam cultural traditions, traditional festivals, and community celebrations are integral to local life.

Education: High literacy rate of 94.65% reflects strong educational infrastructure with schools and educational institutions.

Transportation: Well-connected by road networks to major towns and cities in Malappuram district.

Infrastructure: Rural development programs have improved water supply, electricity, and communication facilities.

Healthcare: Primary health centers and medical facilities serve the local population.

Weather Monitoring: ELWOIC can provides crucial weather information for agricultural planning and daily activities.