Kozhikode
Block Panchayat

The Block Panchayat is the second (intermediate) and a highly crucial tier in the three-tier Panchayati Raj system of Kerala. It functions as a consolidating link between the Grama Panchayats and the District Panchayat.Legal StatusUnder Section 172 of the Kerala Panchayat Raj Act, 1994, the powers, duties, and functions of the Block Panchayats are precisely defined.Primary ObjectiveThe core responsibility of the Block Panchayat is to formulate and execute development plans for the areas within its jurisdiction, ensuring both economic development and social justice.Key Functions (Under the Fourth Schedule):Support to Grama Panchayats: To provide necessary technical assistance and expertise to the Grama Panchayats falling within the block boundary.Integration of Schemes: To...