Kothamangalam Taluk is an eastern administrative region in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, with Kothamangalam town as its headquarters. The taluk comprises 17 villages, including Kuttampuzha, Thattekad, Keerampara, Pindimana, Vadattupara, and Chelad. It is known for its proximity to the Western Ghats, forest reserves, and eco-tourism spots like Bhoothathankettu and the Thattekad Bird Sanctuary. Agriculture, especially rubber and spices, plays a key role in the local economy.