At a glance
Aryanad is a picturesque hillside village nestled in the foothills of the Western Ghats under the Nedumangad Taluk of Thiruvananthapuram District. Known for its rich agrarian heritage and natural charm, Aryanad seamlessly blends the serenity of nature with continuous developmental progress. Bordering the legendary Agasthyarkoodam biosphere, it offers a peaceful environment away from the hustle of urban life.Spanning an expansive area of 104.92 sq. km, the landscape is defined by its pristine forests on the eastern front and the sacred Karamana River, which snakes through the village supplying drinking water to the capital city. It is bordered by Tholicode and Vithura to the North, Kuttichal and Poovachal to the South, and Vellanad and Uzhamalakkal to the West. Aryanad is one of the best village panchayats in Thiruvananthapuram, with a peaceful atmosphere where natural beauty and development coexist equally.
Aryanad Gramapanchayat General Information
Aryanad Grama Panchayat Profile
A scenic area included in Nedumangad Taluk of Thiruvananthapuram District
104.92
Area of Land (sq.Km)
18
Total Wards
26,361
Total Population (2011)
1,110
Sex Ratio (F/M)
Administrative Structure
| District | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Taluk | Nedumangad |
| Block | Vellanad |
| Village | Aryanad |
| Legislative Assembly | Aruvikkara |
| Parliamentary Seat | Attingal |
Males: 12,491
Females: 13,870
Scheduled Caste (SC): 2,759 10.47%
Scheduled Tribe (ST): 576 2.18%
Geographical Boundaries
Geographical Context
Aryanad is an area located in the western foothills of the Agastya Malai ranges, which are part of the Sahyadri mountains, known for its scenic beauty. The sacred river Karamana, which provides drinking water to the city of Thiruvananthapuram, flows through this village panchayat.
Ward
Explore the list of 18 administrative wards of Aryanad Grama Panchayat:
| # | Ward Name | Reservation Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keezhpaloor | Woman |
| 2 | Meenankal | ST |
| 3 | Theviyarukunnu | Woman |
| 4 | Pottanchira | General |
| 5 | Enchappuri | General |
| 6 | Kokkottela | General |
| 7 | Palaikkonam | SC |
| 8 | Irinjal | Woman |
| 9 | Pallivetta | SC Woman |
| 10 | Kanjirammoodu | Woman |
| 11 | Kanakkuzhi | General |
| 12 | Choozha | Woman |
| 13 | Aryanad Town | General |
| 14 | Kottakkakam | Woman |
| 15 | Eravoor | Woman |
| 16 | Valiyakalungu | General |
| 17 | Parandode | General |
| 18 | Puruthippara | Woman |