Map - 2026
Kumbalangi Grama Panchayat Ward Delimitation Report
1. Introduction
Based on the Kerala Panchayat Raj Act, 1994, the Delimitation Commission carried out the reorganization of wards in Kumbalangi Grama Panchayat in Ernakulam district. After publishing the draft proposals, the Commission considered the complaints and suggestions received from the public and issued the final order. The number of members to be elected through direct elections in the panchayat was fixed at 19, and accordingly, 19 wards were formed.
2. Ward Structure of the Panchayat
Kumbalangi Grama Panchayat is divided into 19 wards. Each ward has an approximate population ranging from 1,300 to 1,630. This arrangement aims to ensure a balanced distribution of public representation.
Major Wards
| Ward Number | Ward Name | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Bhuvaneshwari Temple | 1,587 |
| 02 | St. Joseph's Church | 1,630 |
| 03 | St. Joseph's Chapel | 1,561 |
| 04 | Subramanya Temple | 1,549 |
| 05 | Water Tank | 1,469 |
| 06 | Kumbalangi Central East | 1,558 |
| 07 | Keltron Ferry | 1,596 |
| 08 | Ezhupunna Ferry | 1,598 |
| 09 | Sree Narayana Guruvaramadam | 1,503 |
| 10 | Pazhangad | 1,394 |
| 11 | Samaria | 1,342 |
| 12 | Anjilithara | 1,391 |
| 13 | Pooppanakunnu | 1,397 |
| 14 | Kamsayi Market | 1,454 |
| 15 | Sree Krishna Temple | 1,475 |
| 16 | Panchayat Office | 1,437 |
| 17 | Azhikkakam | 1,365 |
| 18 | Kallanchery | 1,469 |
| 19 | Sehion Oottushala | 1,472 |
3. Geographical Features
The report indicates that Kumbalangi is a panchayat with an island-like geographical character, surrounded by water bodies. Backwaters, canals, and roads have been used as boundaries for several wards.
The major water bodies include:
- Perumpadappu Backwater
- Edakochi Backwater
- Aroor Backwater
- Ezhupunna Backwater
- Kallanchery Backwater
- Kannamaly Backwater
4. Administrative Significance
This ward delimitation helps to:
- Ensure equal representation based on population.
- Improve the efficiency of local administration.
- Facilitate the planning and implementation of development projects at the ward level.
- Make the election process in local self-government institutions more systematic.
5. Conclusion
According to the 2025 order of the Delimitation Commission, Kumbalangi Grama Panchayat has been reorganized into 19 wards. An approximately balanced population distribution has been maintained across the wards, and their boundaries have been determined based on natural and physical features such as backwaters, canals, and major roads.
This reorganization is expected to strengthen democratic representation and make development activities in the panchayat more effective.
