History of the Institution
Azhoor Grama Panchayat, located in the Chirayinkeezhu Taluk of Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, stands as an exemplary model of comprehensive development and people-centric governance. The Panchayat’s primary objective is to elevate the standard of living of its residents by focusing on sectors such as education, health, infrastructure development, agriculture, and social welfare.
Azhoor Grama Panchayat is advancing towards sustainable development by formulating and implementing projects under the People's Plan Campaign. This progress is achieved through the coordinated efforts of various initiatives and departments, including the Employment Guarantee Scheme, Kudumbashree, Haritha Karma Sena, Krishi Bhavan, and the Family Health Centre.
Placing special emphasis on sanitation, environmental protection, educational advancement, women's empowerment, and youth participation, Azhoor Grama Panchayat successfully implements government initiatives like the "Waste-Free Nava Keralam" (Waste-Free New Kerala) project. With the active participation and cooperation of its people, the Panchayat proudly moves forward on the path of development.
Azhoor is a Panchayat situated within the Pothancode Block of Chirayinkeezhu Taluk in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. It evolved into its current form from the 'Azhoor Gramodharana Kendram' (Village Upliftment Centre), which was established in 1948—following India's independence—within the erstwhile Thiru-Kochi state. P.G. Kunjan served as the president of the first committee. The Azhoor Grama Panchayat office was constructed on a ten-cent plot of land donated by him. Initially, the office began operations at Meda Junction. The first governing body was formed through an election in 1953. V. Krishnan served as the president of this initial governing body. Nine wards were established in 1979. The terrain of Azhoor Grama Panchayat slopes downwards from east to west towards sea level.
