Chemnad
Grama Panchayat

Chemnad Grama Panchayat is one of the historically important local self-government regions in Kasaragod district of northern Kerala. It lies east and southeast of Kasaragod town, along the banks of the Chandragiri River, and includes villages such as Chemnad, Perumbala, Thekkil, and Kalanad. Historical Background The region around Chemnad formed part of the old Tulunadu–North Malabar cultural zone. Historically, Kasaragod area was ruled by several dynasties and local chiefs, including: The Kolathiri rulers of North Malabar The Vijayanagara Empire during the 16th century The Ikkeri Nayakas of coastal Karnataka Later the Mysore rulers Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan Finally the British Madras Presidency Before the formation of Kerala state in 1956, Kasaragod belonged to the South Canara...