History
In the past, Elamkulam was an agricultural village with a social structure based on the Jenmi-Kudiyan (landlord-tenant) system. Three landlord families, namely Elamkulam Mana, Muthukkurissi Mana, and Puthumana, controlled most of the land in the region. This indicates that land ownership and social power were concentrated in the hands of a few families. Although Muslim farmers had been part of the region from the early days, the development of their religious institutions took place much later. Mallisseri Palli is regarded as one of the earliest symbols of the community's development.The village's association with the national movement even before the Khilafat Movement reflects the political awakening of the region. Puthumana Sankaran Namboothiri's association with the Indian National Congress and his social activities further strengthened political awareness among the people.However, it was through the activities of E. M. S. Namboodiripad that Elamkulam gained prominence at the national level. His arrest, imprisonment, and subsequent stay in the village transformed Elamkulam into a centre of political activities. Visits by prominent Communist leaders and the conduct of underground political activities also took place here. As a result, Elamkulam became closely associated with the history of the Left movement in Kerala. The national movement and the Communist movement played significant roles in strengthening political awareness in the village. At the same time, communal harmony prevailed during the Khilafat period, reflecting the social maturity of the region. The peaceful coexistence of people belonging to different religious and social communities was another notable feature of the village. In conclusion, this account highlights how Elamkulam evolved from an agricultural village into a historically significant centre of political and social awareness.
