Geography Details
Boundaries:
West: Perumbavoor Municipality, Okkal Grama Panchayat
South: Perumbavoor Municipality, Rayamangalam Grama Panchayat
East: Mudakuzha, Vengoor Grama Panchayats
North: Periyar River, Okkal Grama Panchayat
Presence of Periyar River:The Periyar River, flowing through the northern boundary of the Panchayat, profoundly influences the topography and agricultural sector of Koovappady. The main canal of the Periyar Valley Irrigation Project (PVIP), a major irrigation scheme of the Periyar River, passes through this Panchayat.
Topography:The landscape of this area generally consists of plains and low-lying hills. Due to its highly fertile soil, the land is exceptionally well-suited for agriculture.
Agricultural Features:This region is highly renowned for paddy cultivation. Additionally, various cash crops and food crops, including rubber, cassava (tapioca), coconut, banana, and nutmeg, are extensively cultivated here. This is also an area blessed with abundant water availability.
Major Nearby Localities:Situated adjacent to Perumbavoor Town, this Panchayat is home to the famous Kodanad Elephant Training Centre (which is now part of the Kaprikkad Abhayaranyam Project). Furthermore, the historically significant Chelamattom Temple is also located close to the geographical boundaries of this region.