Panchayat – At a Glance
Mathilakam Grama Panchayat at a Glance
Mathilakam Grama Panchayat is a historically significant local self-government institution renowned for its rich cultural legacy and distinctive geographical landscape that includes both coastal and inland areas. Over the years, the Panchayat has made remarkable strides in social development, education, healthcare, environmental stewardship, public welfare, and economic empowerment, emerging as a progressive and people-centered model of rural governance.
27,833
Total Population
91.01%
Literacy Rate
12.92
Sq. Km Area
1964
Year Established
📘 Introduction
Mathilakam Grama Panchayat, located in Kodungallur Taluk of Thrissur District, is known for its rich historical heritage and cultural diversity. Fishing remains the major livelihood in this coastal region. The Panchayat has implemented exemplary initiatives in education, healthcare, sanitation, social welfare and participatory development.
🏛️ Basic Information
District
Thrissur
Taluk
Kodungallur
Block Panchayat
Mathilakam
Villages
Pappinivattom, Koolimuttam
Geography
Coastal Plain
Main Livelihood
Fishing, Agriculture
Main Crops
Coconut, Arecanut
Climate
20°C - 35°C
👨👩👧👦 Population & Social Information
| Details | Statistics |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,833 |
| Male Population | 12,552 |
| Female Population | 15,281 |
| Total Literacy | 91.01% |
| Male Literacy | 95.09% |
| Female Literacy | 87.6% |
| Sex Ratio | 1156 |
| Population Density | 1,967 Persons / Sq. Km |
📈 Mathilakam is a Panchayat with high literacy and remarkable social progress. Women empowerment, healthcare, sanitation, drinking water supply and welfare schemes are among the major development sectors.
💰 2025-26 & 2026-27 Budget Comparison
| Category | 2025-26 | 2026-27 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Opening Balance | ₹2.54 Crore | ₹2.21 Crore | ▼ 12.99% |
| Total Expected Revenue | ₹38.61 Crore | ₹38.72 Crore | ▲ 0.30% |
| Total Expenditure | ₹38.93 Crore | ₹39.78 Crore | ▲ 2.18% |
| Closing Balance | ₹2.22 Crore | ₹1.16 Crore | ▼ 47.75% |
🚀 Major Development Sectors
♻️ Waste Management — ₹1 Crore
Projects focused on sanitation and environmental protection.
🏢 Public Building Development — ₹51.97 Lakh
Infrastructure and public facility development projects.
💧 Water Conservation — ₹7 Lakh
Water resource conservation and restoration activities.
🌴 Tourism Development — ₹20 Lakh
Local tourism development initiatives.
⭐ Panchayat Highlights
- 🌊 Unique geography combining coastal and inland regions
- 🌱 Development model based on environmental protection and public participation
- 📚 High literacy and social progress
- 🏛️ Rich cultural heritage and natural resources
- 💯 100% achievement in property tax collection
- 🤝 Priority to participatory development projects