Sreemoolanagaram
Grama Panchayat

Sreemoolanagaram is a historically renowned village situated on the banks of the Periyar River, rich in Kerala's heritage and legends. The Akavoor Mana, the domain of Chathan from the legendary Parayi Petta Panthirukulam (the twelve clans born of a Pariah woman), and the Thiruvairanikulam Temple are the cultural heritage landmarks of this land. The Puthiyedam Palace, where Shakthan Thampuran was born, and the summer residence of the Cochin kings in Chowara clearly highlight its historical significance. The name Sreemoolanagaram was given in memory of Maharaja Moolam Thirunal Rama Varma. This land also played an active role in the national movement and anti-feudal struggles. Once under the control of Namboothiri households (Illams) and temple boards (Devaswams), the land reached the hands of farmers following the land reforms. Agriculture thrives here with crops like mango, jackfruit, coconut, rubber, nutmeg, and black pepper, along with a rich variety of medicinal plants. Indigenous mango varieties like Chandrakkaran are a unique specialty of Sreemoolanagaram. Having achieved 100% literacy in 1990, the panchayat became a model in the field of education. Traditional industries such as basket weaving, mat weaving, and pottery making also existed here. It was further famous as a commercial hub through the Kaipra market (Kaiprachantha). Libraries and youth clubs have contributed immensely to the cultural growth of this land.