Organizational Structure
Institutional Structure of Grama Panchayat
Governing Body and Official Staff
🏛️ Administrative Leadership
Grama Panchayat President
The President is the chief executive authority of the Panchayat, leading the development activities and administrative procedures of the Panchayat.
Vice President
Assists in administrative functions and carries out administrative duties in the absence of the President.
👥 Standing Committees and Sub-Committees
Standing committees govern the activities related to development, finance, health, and education in the Panchayat.
Development Standing Committee
Implements the development projects of the Panchayat, focusing on public welfare and infrastructure development.
Finance Standing Committee
The committee that regulates the revenue and expenditure of the Panchayat.
Health and Education Standing Committee
The committee that oversees health and educational activities.
Welfare Standing Committee
Implements public welfare schemes, aiming at social security and welfare activities.
Other Sub-Committees:
Committees constituted for specific sector activities, providing assistance to various projects and schemes.
📋 Official Staff
| Designation / Post | Duties and Functions |
|---|---|
| Panchayat Secretary & Assistant Secretary | Assists in the administrative and office operations of the Panchayat. Functions as the Member Secretary of Kudumbashree and coordinator for various welfare schemes. Also holds implementation responsibilities for Scheduled Caste development projects. |
| Head Clerk | Supervises day-to-day office activities of the Panchayat. Coordinates file processing and operations across office sections, while exercising supervision and control over staff functions. |
| Accountant | Manages the financial transactions and accounts of the Panchayat. Prepares and maintains income and expenditure statements, while organizing budgets, taxes, and financial records. |
| Senior Clerk | Oversees office records and administrative procedures. Coordinates activities across various office sections and handles the examination and processing of key files. |
| Clerk | Handles files and records in the Panchayat. Manages tax collection, applications, and office registers, while executing ward-level responsibilities and service activities. |
| Office Attendant | Assists in daily routine office operations. Performs tasks such as document dispatch, office arrangements, and provides general support across the office. |
📌 Summary of Key Components
- Grama Sabha: The general assembly of the people in the Panchayat. It discusses and proposes recommendations regarding development plans, public needs, and welfare activities.
- Grama Panchayat Committee: The elected governing body of representatives that controls the overall development and administration of the Panchayat.
- President & Vice President: The primary administrative leaders of the Panchayat who lead administrative proceedings.
- Standing Committees: Specialized committees operating in areas like development, finance, health, education, and welfare.
- Panchayat Secretary: The chief administrative officer of the Panchayat who coordinates office operations, file management, and governance execution.
