Perumatty
Grama Panchayat

Perumatty Grama Panchayat is a village panchayat located in the Chittur taluk of Palakkad district in Kerala, India. Since it lies close to the eastern border of Kerala near Tamil Nadu, the region has a landscape that differs from the hilly areas commonly associated with Kerala.

Geographical Features

• Perumatty is largely made up of plains and fertile agricultural land. Paddy fields, coconut groves, and vegetable cultivation are widespread in the area.
• The panchayat includes villages such as Perumatty, Moolathara, and Vandithavalam.
• Due to the influence of the Palakkad Gap, the region experiences a comparatively hot and dry climate. However, it also receives monsoon rainfall, making it suitable for agriculture.
• The total geographical area of the panchayat is approximately 1,737 hectares.
• Irrigation plays an important role in the local economy. Canals and irrigation systems connected to the Parambikulam–Aliyar Project support farming activities.

Nature and Environment

• The area is known for its green paddy fields, ponds, canals, and typical rural landscapes.
• Since it lies near the Nelliyampathy hill ranges, the region shows a geographical transition between western hill areas and eastern plains.
• Perumatty gained national attention for environmental activism related to groundwater conservation, especially through protests against the Coca-Cola plant in Plachimada.

Location and Transportation

• The panchayat is located about 12 km from Chittur and around 28 km from Palakkad town.
• Because of its proximity to the Tamil Nadu border, the area reflects a blend of Kerala and Tamil cultural influences.

If you want, I can also provide:

• maps of the panchayat,
• details about rivers and canals,
• agriculture and crops,
• climate patterns,
• population structure,
• or ward-wise information.