Polling Stations
In 2021, Manjeri had 181 polling stations, up from 144 in 2016, enhancing accessibility across municipal and panchayat areas. Notable booths include:
- Shanmukhavilasam Aided LP School, Karikkad (multiple wings)
- Manvedan AUPS, Trikkalangode (North & South wings)
- Govt. LPS Anakkottupuram (East & West parts)
- Aided Mappila LP School, Amayur and Cherupallikkal
- GHSS Pandikkad, Sree Sastha College Edakkad, and others across wards.
These venues span urban centers and rural hamlets, ensuring democratic inclusivity.
Demographics & Culture
With a population anchored in Malappuram’s predominantly Muslim-majority district, Manjeri combines urban, semi-urban, and rural communities. Literacy rates exceed 90%, and voter participation has historically ranged between 71–74% turnout.
Economic Livelihood Patterns
- Remittances (NRIs): Gulf migration income forms a critical pillar for many households in both urban and panchayat areas.
- Trade & small businesses: Manjeri town supports bustling spice, timber, and retail markets; small-scale transport and service trade thrive locally.
- Agriculture & allied: Surrounding panchayats such as Keezhattur and Edappatta cultivate coconut, banana, rice, and smallholder spices—though less dominant in urban segments.
- Institutional & public employment: The presence of Government Medical College, Manjeri, district hospital, colleges, and government offices provides formal employment opportunities.
There is no blue economy in the constituency due to its inland nature.
Economic Strata
Most residents belong to the middle-income bracket, sustained by remittance flows, small business earnings, and agricultural income. A smaller fraction—landholding families, professionals, or institutional staff—fall into the higher-income tier. Some households—especially smallholder farmers and marginal workers—may still live below the poverty line, although welfare schemes and education mitigate severe vulnerability.
Recent Development Activities
Under the current MLA U. A. Latheef, development measures in Manjeri include:
- Expansion of polling infrastructure to 181 booths, improving voter access across remote wards.
- Upgrades to civic infrastructure: road resurfacing, street lighting, drainage systems, and upgraded school and health center facilities in both municipal and panchayat areas.
- Launch and operationalization of the Government Medical College, Manjeri, offering high-end medical education and strengthening tertiary healthcare in the region.
- Continued support for agricultural extension, spice growers, cooperative networks, and local retail enterprises to bolster livelihoods.
Manjeri Assembly Constituency integrates urban vigor, rural farming, and remittance-backed households. With its stable middle-income demographic, vibrant local commerce, and expanding institutional employment, Manjeri continues to evolve. Recent developments in polling infrastructure, healthcare, education, and civic amenities highlight a trajectory toward inclusive and sustainable growth in this Malappuram heartland.
