Vettikavala
Block Panchayat

History of Vettikkavala Block Panchayat

Vettikkavala Block Panchayat is one of the major rural development centers of Kollam district. Formed as part of the decentralized administrative system of local self-governing bodies, this block panchayat is leading the overall development of the area and people's welfare activities. One of the 13 block panchayats of Kollam district, Vettikkavala Block Panchayat works towards the social and economic development of the rural people. At present, the village panchayats of Kulakada, Mylam, Melila, Pavitreswaram, Oommenur and Vettikkavala are included in this block panchayat. Vettikkavala is a historically and culturally important area. Ancient temples, monuments of the royal era, agricultural tradition and artistic and cultural heritage are the specialties of this region. Local historical records indicate that the name Vettikavala was coined in relation to an ancient "Vetti" tree in the area. Vettikavala Block Panchayat, which works on the basis of public participation and transparency, successfully implements various projects and activities in the fields of agricultural development, health, education, women empowerment, social security and infrastructure development. With a timely development vision and people's governance system, Vettikavala Block Panchayat is advancing as a model of rural development.