Panavally

Panavally is a village on the northern end of Alappuzha district. It spans from Arookutty on the northern side to Poochackal on the southern side Arookutty was the northern frontier of Travencore which separated it with old Kochi. The old customs house and the summer palace of Travencore King, which is overlooking the backwaters are still there. Different branches of the backwaters of Vembanad surround the village. Geographically, this area is part of the seashore sector of Kerala. The soil and other eco system show, like many regions of Kerala, that this part of the land was emerged from the sea, few centuries ago. The sand in the southern part of this village is a great source of special silica sand, containing high concentration of pure silica. This was being used in many industries, in particular in brick (white) making and in glass industries. Southern end is the town Poochakkal, which is a part of this village as well as Thycattuserry village.

The Cherthala-Arookutty-Aroor Temple bus route goes through this village and runs parallel to the national highway NH 47.

The economy in general is agriculture based, but equally supported by the seafood processing industry. Due to the proximity to the Cochin city, this village supplies workforce to the city as well.

Major educational institutions are NSS Higher secondary school, Trichattukulam, NSS LP School, Govt LP school Trichattukulm and Odampally Govt. UP school.

Red star arts and sports club has played a major role in shaping up the cultural and sports scenario of the village and at least three or four generations have received contribution from this organization.

Poochakkal Police Station, Poochakkal Treasury, Poochakkal Medical Centre PMC, Poochakkal KSFE, Poochakkal KSEB and Poochakkal KSBC are in this village.