Geography of the Panchayat
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Geography of Kumbalangi Grama Panchayat
Kumbalangi is an island village panchayat in Ernakulam district, Kerala. Located to the southwest of Kochi city, Kumbalangi is known as Kerala’s first model tourism village.
Main Geographical Features
- Location: Kumbalangi is situated near Kochi Municipal Corporation in Ernakulam district.
- Topography: It is a low-lying area surrounded by backwaters and canals. The region has abundant water bodies, mangrove forests, and aquaculture areas.
- Climate: Kumbalangi has a tropical monsoon climate. Heavy rainfall occurs from June to September.
- Special Features: The mangrove forests, Chinese fishing nets, backwater views, and organic farming of Kumbalangi enhance the natural beauty and biodiversity of the region.
Boundaries
- North – Kochi backwater region
- South – Chellanam
- East – Perumpadappu
- West – Arabian Sea
Major Sources of Livelihood
- Fishing
- Shrimp farming
- Paddy cultivation
- Tourism
Summary
“Kumbalangi is an island village panchayat surrounded by backwaters and mangrove forests, where fishing and tourism are the major sources of livelihood.”