Institutional structure
Institutional Structure
Edavaka Grama Panchayat
Administrative System and Service Structure — At a Glance
The institutional structure of the Panchayat consists of two major divisions: Elected Body and Administrative Wing. Public representatives and government officials work together to ensure rural development and public service delivery.
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Major Divisions
3
Leadership Levels
6
Transferred Departments
4+
Standing Committees
👥 Elected Body
🏅 President
Head of the governing body. Leads policy decisions and development initiatives of the Panchayat.
🤝 Vice President
Assists the President in administrative matters and assumes responsibilities when required.
🗣️ Ward Members
Directly elected representatives who present local issues and public needs before the Panchayat.
📋 Standing Committees
Committees responsible for coordinating sector-wise development activities and governance functions.
🏢 Administrative Wing
| # | Officer / Section | Responsibilities |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Secretary Secretary | Main administrative officer responsible for day-to-day governance and office administration. |
| 02 | Accounts Section Accounts Section | Handles financial transactions, budgeting, auditing, and related financial matters. |
| 03 | Tax & Licence Section Tax & Licence | Responsible for property tax collection, trade licences, and other revenue administration. |
| 04 | Welfare Schemes Section Welfare Schemes | Implements government welfare schemes, pensions, and beneficiary-oriented services. |
🏫 Transferred Institutions & Departments
As part of decentralization, several government departments and institutions have been transferred under the Panchayat system. These departments function as integral components of local self-governance.
🌾 Agriculture Department 🏥 Health Department 🐄 Animal Husbandry Department 👶 ICDS / Anganwadi 📚 Educational Institutions 🤲 Kudumbashree & Social Welfare
📊 Structure — At a Glance
| # | Division | Includes | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elected Body | President, Vice President, Ward Members, Committees | Policy decisions and democratic representation |
| 2 | Administrative Wing | Secretary, Accounts, Tax, Welfare Sections | Daily administration and implementation of schemes |
| 3 | Transferred Institutions | Agriculture, Health, Education, ICDS, Kudumbashree and related departments | Public service delivery and welfare implementation |