Administrative History
Administrative History of Sasthamcotta Block Panchayat
Block Panchayat: Sasthamcotta Block Panchayat functions by coordinating the various Gram Panchayats in Kunnathur Taluk. Sasthamcotta, Sooranad North, Sooranad South, Poruvazhy, Kunnathur, West Kallada, and Mynagappally Gram Panchayats come under its jurisdiction.
Headquarters: The headquarters of Kunnathur Taluk is also located at Sasthamcotta.
Sasthamcotta Block Panchayat is situated in Kunnathur Taluk of Kollam District. Sasthamcotta Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Kerala, along with the renowned Sasthamcotta Sastha Temple, adds significant natural and cultural value to the region. The Block Panchayat plays a vital role in planning and implementing development activities for the various Gram Panchayats within its jurisdiction.
Sasthamcotta Block Panchayat has made notable achievements in the fields of agriculture, healthcare, education, environmental sanitation, and water conservation. By establishing effective coordination among the different Panchayats and implementing exemplary initiatives for regional development, Sasthamcotta Block Panchayat has emerged as one of the prominent Block Panchayats in the state.
