General Overview
Palakkad Municipality is one of the oldest municipalities in Kerala, established during the British era. It serves as the civic body administrative center for Palakkad town, the administrative headquarters of the Palakkad district.
Key Geographical & Administrative Data
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Established Year | 1866 |
| District / Taluk | Palakkad / Palakkad |
| Area | ~26.60 sq. km |
| Total Wards | 52 Wards |
| Total Population | ~130,736 (As per 2011 Census) |
| Population Density | ~4,900 per sq. km |
Administrative Structure
- Political Wing: The municipality is governed by a council of elected representatives (Councillors) from each ward. The council is headed by the Municipal Chairperson and a Vice-Chairperson.
- Administrative Wing: The official executive wing is headed by the Municipal Secretary, an official appointed by the state government to oversee day-to-day operations and public services.
Core Functions & Services
The municipality is responsible for the urban planning and maintenance of Palakkad town, which includes:
- Solid waste management and street lighting.
- Public health, sanitation, and vector control.
- Maintenance of town roads, markets, and public parks.
- Issuance of civil registrations (Birth, Death, and Marriage certificates) and building permits.
- Note: Most civic services are now integrated online through Kerala's central K-SMART portal.
Major Landmarks Within Limits
- Palakkad Fort (Tipu's Fort): A well-preserved 18th-century granite fort maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India.
- Kalpathy Heritage Village: Famous for its traditional Tamil Brahmin agraharams and the annual Kalpathy Ratholsavam (chariot festival) at the Viswanatha Swamy Temple.
Contact Information
- Office Phone: 0491-2539212
- Official Email: secypkd@gmail.com
- Official Website: palakkadmunicipality.lsgkerala.gov.in
