🏔️ Topography

Thamarassery, which was part of the old Malabar district, was formed as a panchayat during 1936–37. Half a century ago, the hills, valleys, and riverbanks of the panchayat were inhabited by wild animals.

Even before the formation of Kerala state, the intervention of settlers from erstwhile Travancore transformed the region into an agricultural hub. Along with settlers from Travancore, people from the Eranad and Valluvanad taluks also came to work and live here.

Simultaneously, the commercial sector flourished, driven by Thamarassery's geographical location and transport facilities. Located to the west of the Western Ghats, the panchayat is home to approximately 40,000 residents.

On the drylands, coconut, areca nut, rubber, and black pepper are cultivated. Generally enjoying a moderate climate, Thamarassery Panchayat also includes four small watersheds.

🌦️ Climate

From June to September, the Southwest Monsoon provides 60% of the total rainfall. The Northeast Monsoon (Tulavarsam) also brings rainfall from October to December.

The coldest months are December and January, with temperatures dropping below 27°C. Up until March, temperatures can rise to around 38°C.

Except for a minor drop in rainfall availability, records show that there has been no significant climate shift here in the past century.

💧 Water Resources

Thamarassery Grama Panchayat is bordered by the Iruthullipuzha river on the east and the Poonoor river on the west. Additionally, numerous streams and watersheds make Thamarassery rich in water resources.

Ponds were once key water reservoirs throughout the region, but many have collapsed or filled up. People primarily rely on wells for water, and households without a private well are rare.

🌱 Soil Types

The plains surrounding the foothills were once vast paddy fields. Laterite soil, alluvial soil, and sandy soil are the primary types found here, offering high fertility.

Many former paddy fields have been reclaimed today for cash crop cultivation and building construction.