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The main objective of the Kerala Panchayat Raj Act is to strengthen democracy through local self-government institutions and implement local development activities with the active participation of the rural people. It makes the Gram Sabha and the Panchayat the main centers of activity, plans are made...

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Development Perspective

To create a self-respecting and self-sufficient rural society through sustainable and integrated development. To provide services to the people in a time-bound manner.

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Panchayat

Thalavoor Panchayat is a collective body of elected representatives formed to carry out the administrative functions of the Panchayati Raj system. In the case of a Grama Panchayat, it is the main governing body responsible for implementing the decisions of the Gram Sabha and managing day-to-day administration.The major components of the Panchayat include:President – The head of the Panchayat who presides over meetings and supervises the overall functioning of the Panchayat.Vice President – Performs the duties of the President in their absence.Ward Members – Elected representatives from each ward of the Panchayat.Standing Committees – Subcommittees formed to facilitate decision-making in areas such as finance, development, welfare, health, and education.According to some elders,...

Panchayat Meeting Standing Committee Meeting Decisions (Old)

Adv. T M Biju

President

Sasikala Mohan

Vice President & Chairman Standing Committee for finance

O Ponnachan

Chairperson, Standing Committee for development

Lissy Mathew

Chairperson,Standing Committee for Welfare

Reshmi P R

Chairperson,Standing Committee for Welfare,Standing Committee for Health and Education

Resmi S

Secretary, Grama Panchayat

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At a glance

Thalavoor is a Grama Panchayat situated in the Pathanapuram Block of Kollam district. The Kallada River, which flows westward from the eastern part of Kollam district and empties into the Ashtamudi Lake, flows along the northeastern side of the Panchayat. Approximately nine and a half kilometers of the Kallada River pass through the Panchayat area. Based on its geographical features, the Panchayat is categorized as a midland region. Thalavoor Grama Panchayat is bordered by Pathanapuram Panchayat to the north, Vilakkudy Panchayat to the east, Melila Panchayat to the south, Mylom Panchayat to the west, and Pattazhy Panchayat to the northwest.According to local elders, this region was once known as “Thalaivar Vazhum Oor,” meaning “the land where leaders lived.” “Thalaivar” means leader, and “Oor” means land or village. It is believed that respected and capable individuals who played important roles in resolving local issues once lived here. The famous and ancient Thalavoor Pooram festival...

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History of Grama Panchayat

Thalavoor is a land rich in ancient heritage and socio-cultural significance. It is believed that the name “Thalavoor” originated from the phrase “Thalaivar Vazhum Oor,” meaning “the land where leaders lived.” This region, which was once part of the former princely state of Travancore, served as a center of landlords and local chieftains. The famous Thalavoor Pooram festival, ancient temples, churches, and traditional stone platforms known as “Kalathattus” stand as symbols of its rich past. The historic Kollam–Sengottai railway line and the old royal route passing through the region played an important role in the development of the area. Thalavoor also contributed to India’s freedom struggle and the growth of the communist movement. The region made significant progress in the field of education and in...