At a glance

Manjeshwar Grama Panchayat is a robust coastal administrative region spanning 24.40 square kilometers along the northern border of Kerala, bounded by Karnataka and the Arabian Sea. It supports a growing population of 41,515 citizens with an exceptional 98% literacy rate and a dense community distribution of 1,315 individuals per square kilometer. The local environmental topography ranges up to 88 meters above sea level, receiving a high annual rainfall of 3,500 millimeters that feeds into the vital Manjeshwar–Uppala River catchment basin. This primary hydrographic network is supported by key natural streams like the Talapady, Kunchathur, and Badaje Valiya Thodu to secure the area's water resources and irrigation channels. Structurally, the panchayat facilitates a robust educational ecosystem comprising 25 Lower Primary, 12 Upper Primary, 10 High, and 5 Higher Secondary schools alongside 2 colleges. Furthermore, local social welfare, early childhood development, and community healthcare milestones are actively monitored through a widespread network of 37 integrated Anganwadi centers. This cohesive infrastructure balances diverse geographical boundaries with comprehensive public services to drive sustainable socio-economic development across the entire border district.

MANJESHWAR GRAMA PANCHAYAT

Official Regional Profile & General Analytics
Total Population 41,515
Literacy Rate 98%
Geographic Area 24.40 sq. km
Population Density 1,315 / sq. km

Demographics & Population Statistics

Demographic CategoryMaleFemaleTotal Population
General Population Outlay20,32021,19541,515
Scheduled Caste (SC)1,2121,1352,347
Scheduled Tribe (ST)167194361

Geographical & Topographical Profile

Environmental Metrics
Elevation Scope35 m – 88 m above sea level
Temperature Range18°C – 34°C
Annual Rainfall3,500 mm
Geographical Boundaries
NorthKarnataka State Border (Talapady)
SouthMangalpady Grama Panchayat
EastVorkady and Meenja Grama Panchayats
WestArabian Sea Coastline

Hydrographic & Water Resources

Primary Catchment Basin: Manjeshwar – Uppala River Network
Major Streams & Tributaries (Thodu)
Talapady
Kunchathur
Machampady
Sannadukka
Suramathodu
Udyavar Bayal
Badaje Valiya Thodu

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