Muvattupuzha Municipality
Muvattupuzha Municipality is the local civic body of Muvattupuzha town in Ernakulam district, Kerala, India.
Last updated September 27, 2026
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Overview
Muvattupuzha Municipality is the municipal government of Muvattupuzha, a town in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India. It is a local self-government institution rather than a commercial brand, and it administers civic services for the town and its surrounding area. The town lies on the banks of the Muvattupuzha River, one of Kerala's important rivers, and is described as a place of considerable historical significance. The name Muvattupuzha is associated with the confluence of three rivers — the Kothayar, Kaliyar and Thodupuzhayar — which join to form the Muvattupuzha River that flows west and empties into Vembanad Lake near Vaikom. The municipality is also noted as the seat of the Kandanad (East) diocese. As a municipality, it is responsible for local administration, infrastructure, and public services within its jurisdiction. The official website of the municipality is muvattupuzhamunicipality.in.
History
Muvattupuzha is a town in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India, and its municipal body is the Muvattupuzha Municipality. The town is situated on the banks of the Muvattupuzha River, one of Kerala's major rivers, and is described as having great historical importance. The name Muvattupuzha derives from 'munnu' (three) and 'aaru' (river), referring to the confluence of three rivers — the Kothayar, Kaliyar and Thodupuzhayar — which merge to form the Muvattupuzha River. This river flows westward and empties into Vembanad Lake near Vaikom. The town is also the seat of the Kandanad (East) diocese. The municipality serves as the local administrative body for the town and its surrounding areas, providing civic amenities and governance. The official website of the municipality is muvattupuzhamunicipality.in.
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