Institutional Structure
Institutional Structure of the Grama Panchayat
President
The chief administrative head of the Panchayat. Leads development activities and administrative functions.
Vice President
Provides support in administrative activities. Performs administrative responsibilities in the absence of the President.
Standing Committees
Committees responsible for development, finance, health, and education-related activities.
Standing Committees
Development Standing Committee
Implements development projects. Focuses on public welfare and infrastructure development.
Finance Standing Committee
Controls and manages the Panchayat’s income and expenditure.
Health and Education Committee
Oversees health and educational activities within the Panchayat.
Welfare Standing Committee
Implements welfare schemes. Focuses on social security and welfare activities.
Other Sub-Committees
Formed for activities related to specific sectors. Provides assistance for implementing projects and schemes.
Assistant Secretary
Supports administrative and office functions. Coordinates Kudumbashree activities, welfare schemes, and Scheduled Caste development projects.
Head Clerk
Handles day-to-day office administration, file procedures, and supervision of staff.
Head Accountant
Manages financial transactions, income and expenditure accounts, budget preparation, taxation, and financial records.
Senior Clerk
Coordinates office records, administrative procedures, activities of various sections, and file verification.
Clerk
Handles files and records. Manages tax collection, applications, office registers, and ward-level services.
Office Attendant
Provides office assistance, transfers records and files, and maintains office arrangements.
Brief Description of Major Components
1. Grama Sabha
The general assembly of the people in the Panchayat. Discusses development projects and public needs and submits suggestions.
2. Grama Panchayat Committee
The governing body consisting of elected representatives.
3. President & Vice President
The main administrative leaders of the Panchayat. They provide leadership for governance and administrative functions.
4. Standing Committees
Work in areas such as development, finance, health, and welfare.
5. Panchayat Secretary
The Secretary is the chief administrative officer of the Panchayat. Coordinates office administration, file procedures, and overall governance activities.