Malappandaram tribe

The Malapandaram, also known as Mala Pandaram or Malai Pandaram, are an indigenous tribal community primarily inhabiting the eastern hilly regions of Kollam and Pathanamthitta districts in Kerala. Their presence extends to parts of Kottayam and Idukki districts as well. They are a tribal people who live in the forest areas of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The Malappandaram are recognized as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) in Kerala, highlighting their unique needs and precarious situation.

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