Panchayat Geography

Marangattupilly Grama Panchayat is a rural local self-government institution located in the Meenachil Taluk of Kottayam district, Kerala. The panchayat covers an area of approximately 37.58 square kilometers. It was formerly known as Elakkad Panchayat.

🌿 Topography

  • The terrain is a mix of slopes, small hills, and low-lying areas typical of central Kerala.
  • Red laterite soil, which is highly suitable for crops like rubber, coconut, and pepper, is predominantly found here.
  • The region falls under a tropical climate zone and receives good rainfall from both the Southwest and Northeast monsoons.

🗺️ Borders

  • The Grama Panchayats that share borders with Marangattupilly are: Kadapplamattam, Kuravilangad, Njeezhoor, Uzhavoor, Karoor, and Mutholy.

🏛️ Administrative Structure

  • The panchayat is divided into 15 wards.
  • It comprises portions of the Kurichithanam, Elakkad (partial), and Monippally (partial) revenue villages.

💰 Economic Geography

  • Rubber cultivation is the primary agricultural activity.
  • The rubber trade and associated small-scale businesses significantly influence the economic life of the region.