Panchayat Geography

Nayarambalam Grama Panchayat is a Grama Panchayat located in the northern part of Vypin Island in Ernakulam district. This area, full of natural beauty and water resources, is a coastal Panchayat surrounded by backwaters and canals.

Geographical location

District: Ernakulam

Taluk: Kochi

Block Panchayat: Vypin

Region: Vypin Island

Area: Approximately 12.32 sq km

Elevation: Coastal area at a very low elevation above sea level

Boundaries

North: Edavanakad Grama Panchayat boundary

South: Edavanakad Grama Panchayat

East: Veeranpuzha

West: Vypin Island areas related to the Arabian Sea coastal region

Topography

Nayarambalam is a flat terrain. Backwaters, paddy fields, small canals, water bodies and coconut groves are the main geographical features of this area. The presence of water sources creates favorable conditions for fishing and agriculture.

Climate

Tropical monsoon climate

Southwest monsoon rains from June to September

Northeast monsoon from October to November

Relatively high humidity throughout the year

Natural resources

Water resources of Vembanad Backwater

Fish resources

Paddy fields and agricultural land

Coconut and backwater-based biodiversity

Special features

Nairambalam's geographical features include a combination of backwater and land, a rich fishing tradition, and an agricultural-water-based lifestyle. This panchayat is a good example of a coastal village community living in harmony with nature.