Karumallur
Grama Panchayat

A Panchayat is a collective body of elected representatives responsible for carrying out the administrative functions of Panchayati Raj institutions. In the context of a Grama Panchayat, it is the main committee that implements the decisions of the Gram Sabha and manages the day-to-day administration of the village.The main components of a Panchayat are:President: The head of the Panchayat. The President presides over meetings and supervises the overall functioning of the Panchayat.Vice President: Performs the duties of the President in their absence.Ward Members: Elected representatives from each ward of the Panchayat.Standing Committees: Subcommittees formed to facilitate decision-making in areas such as finance, development, welfare, health, and education.