History of Block Panchayat
Tanur Block Panchayat - History
Tanur Block Panchayat, one of the 15 block panchayats in Malappuram district, is an intermediate-tier local self-government institution in Kerala's three-tier Panchayat Raj system. Formed centered around the historically prominent region of Tanur, this block panchayat serves as a key administrative link connecting the Grama Panchayats and the District Panchayat.
in the medieval period, Tanur was part of the kingdom of Vettathunadu (Tanur Swaroopam) and stood as one of the major port centers on the Malabar coast, maintaining maritime trade relations with Arab, Chinese, and European traders. During British rule, this region was part of Malappuram District (Malabar District).
Following the formation of the state of Kerala, local self-government institutions expanded, and with the implementation of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment of 1992 and the Kerala Panchayat Raj Act of 1994, block panchayats received enhanced authority and responsibilities. Since then, Tanur Block Panchayat has been spearheading the comprehensive development of the region by playing a decisive role in sectors such as rural development, healthcare, education, agricultural growth, drinking water schemes, and social welfare initiatives.
