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Geography

 

Geography of Alathur Block

Alathur is an important block panchayat located in the Alathur taluk of Palakkad district, Kerala. Its geographical features include:

Area and Location

  • Total Area: Approximately 371.17 square kilometers.
  • Terrain: The region features a blend of plains and agricultural farmlands, characteristic of the typical Palakkad landscape with scenic agrarian villages.

Boundaries

  • East: Nemmara and Kuzhalmannam blocks
  • North: Kuzhalmannam block
  • South: Nemmara block and Ollukkara block (Thrissur district)
  • West: Pazhayannur block and Ollukkara block (Thrissur district)

Constituent Gram Panchayats

There are 5 gram panchayats under the Alathur Block Panchayat:

  1. Alathur Gram Panchayat
  2. Erimayur Gram Panchayat
  3. Kavassery Gram Panchayat
  4. Tarur Gram Panchayat
  5. Vadakkenchery Gram Panchayat

Topography and Water Resources

  • Rivers: The Gayathripuzha River, one of the major tributaries of the Bharathappuzha River, flows through this block region, greatly aiding local agricultural activities.
  • Transportation: National Highway 544 (formerly NH 47), a major arterial highway in Kerala, passes through this block, serving as a vital transportation corridor on the Palakkad-Thrissur route. The proximity to the Kuthiran hills also shapes the geographical features of this region.