Demographic information
Bharananganam Grama Panchayat at a Glance
Bharananganam Grama Panchayat is a picturesque village panchayat located in the Meenachil Taluk of Kottayam district. It is home to the world-renowned Alphonsa pilgrimage center, as well as the Sree Krishna Swamy Temple associated with the legendary figure 'Kulappurathu Bheeman' from the *Aithihyamala*. This is a hilly rural region characterized by mountain ranges, winding paths, and lush green landscapes.
15,848
Total population
96.07%
Literacy rate
27.42
Area in sq. km
1953
Year of formation
🏛️ Basic Information
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District
Kottayam
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Taluk
Meenachil
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Block Panchayat
Lalam
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Villages
Bharananganam, Thalappalam
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Landscape
Mountain ranges and tourist area.
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Main source of livelihood
Agriculture
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Major crops
Rubber, coconut, tapioca, arecanut
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Weather
22°C - 32°C