Panachikkad is a beautiful agricultural village spread over an area of ​​22.74 sq km in Pallam block of Kottayam district. This area, blessed with natural beauty, is bounded by Kottayam Municipality and Puthuppally Panchayat to the north, Kurichi and Vakathanam to the south, Vakathanam and Puthuppally to the east, and Nattakam to the west. This area, which was under the rule of the erstwhile Chembakassery king, was named 'Panachikkad' because 'Panichi' trees grew in abundance in this area.

The landscape of Panachikkadu is full of about seventeen hills and lush green fields in between. The Kodurar River, which flows as a lifeline for the agricultural sector and the livelihood of the people here, is a great blessing.

Panachikkad Panchayat has a long history that has gone through various popular struggles and development processes. In 1949, the first village union came into existence with K.V. Abraham as the president, and later in 1951, it became a full-fledged panchayat.

Panachikkad village is a perfect example of religious harmony. In this small area, there are about ten Hindu temples, more than twenty Christian churches, and a Muslim mosque. The people here live with mutual respect and harmony. The Panachikkad Sree Vishnu Temple, established in the 17th century, and the famous Panachikkad Saraswati Temple, known as 'Dakshina Mookambika', are the main holy places here.

Panchayat leadership tradition

Names and official terms of office of those who held the position of President of the Panchayat during various periods.