Karumkulam
Grama Panchayat

Key Features of Karumkulam Grama Panchayat

1. World Record Population Density Claim

• This is one of the most notable aspects of Karumkulam Grama Panchayat.
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  Guinness Book Record Claim: This panchayat is widely highlighted locally and in media as having featured in the Guinness Book of Records for being a high population density region.

   

• Current Situation: Despite its relatively small area, estimates indicate that over 26,000 people reside within a single square kilometer here. This is significantly higher than in neighboring panchayats, resulting in a settlement pattern where houses are packed closely together side-by-side.

  
   

2. Coastal Geography and Livelihoods

• Coastal Region: Karumkulam is a coastal Grama Panchayat situated along the Arabian Sea. This scenic area holds significance for tourism as well (such as Pallam Beach).

  
   

• Primary Occupations: The majority of the population comprises traditional fishermen, daily wage laborers, and small traders. Fishing is the primary source of livelihood.

  
   

3. Administrative Information

• District / Taluk: Karumkulam is located in Neyyattinkara Taluk of Thiruvananthapuram District, functioning under the Athiyannoor Block Panchayat.

  
   

• Included Areas: Regions within Karumkulam, Kanjiramkulam, and Kottukal villages fall under this panchayat.

  
   

• Wards: As per 2025 records, this panchayat consists of 18–19 wards.