Various historical accounts exist regarding the origin of the name Angamaly. One view is that the name Angamaly originated from the Syriac words “Ankai” (there) and “Mali” (port). Historical records indicate that the region had a connection with the ancient Muziris port through the Manjali Canal, which is also associated with the origin of the name.

When referring to the historical significance of Angamaly Block Panchayat, Kalady, the birthplace of Sri Adi Shankaracharya, the propagator of Advaita Vedanta, deserves special mention. Known as a centre of spirituality and cultural heritage, Kalady is today a prominent pilgrimage and tourism destination at the national and international levels.

According to the records of Kerala historian Sreedhara Menon, history records that approximately twelve centuries ago, Chera King Kulasekhara Rajasekhara Varma visited Shankaracharya at Kalady. In 1906, the then Travancore Diwan Sri Madhava Rao donated Kaippilly Illam and the adjoining 25 acres of land, following which the present Sringeri Mutt and its associated institutions were established.

Vellarappilly Kovilakam, known as the birthplace of Sakthan Thampuran, the powerful ruler of the erstwhile Cochin Kingdom, is situated at Puthiyedam in Kanjoor Panchayat. Puthiyedam Devi Temple, which was the family temple of the Cochin royal dynasty, bears testimony to the historical heritage of this region.

In addition, Kanjoor St. Sebastian's Church is believed to be more than a thousand years old. The stone sculptures in the church and the stone inscriptions engraved with ancient scripts demonstrate the historical value and heritage significance of this place of worship.

The history of the Manjapra region is closely associated with the political conflicts among the regional kingdoms of Kerala. In 1756, the Zamorin of Kozhikode attacked the Cochin Kingdom and captured areas including Alangad and Paravur. Subsequently, the King of Cochin sought the assistance of the King of Travancore. As part of the settlement following the war, Alangad and Paravur were annexed to Travancore in 1764.

Ayyampuzha Grama Panchayat was formed through the division of Manjapra Grama Panchayat in the 1980s. During the early period, settlements were mainly concentrated in areas such as Chully, Cheenamchira, Amalapuram and Pandupara. The first permanent settlement developed in the Pandupara area, which Sir C. P. Ramaswami Ayyar had allotted to Kalady Ashram. Later, with the commencement of Ayyampuzha Plantation activities, people who came in search of employment settled here, leading to the development of the region.

Malayattoor, known as a symbol of faith and spirituality, is also situated within the jurisdiction of Angamaly Block Panchayat. According to the tradition of faith, St. Thomas the Apostle, a disciple of Christ, arrived in Kerala in AD 52 and visited Malayattoor Hill during his missionary journeys.

Today, the world-famous Malayattoor Kurishumudy pilgrimage centre stands as a spiritual destination attracting hundreds of thousands of believers. This pilgrimage centre further enhances the spiritual significance of Angamaly Block Panchayat.

Karukutty, renowned for its agricultural prosperity; Thuravoor, enriched with canals and paddy fields; and Mookkannoor, which preserves the distinctive features of traditional Kerala rural culture, are also proud parts of Angamaly Block Panchayat.

These regions, where natural resources, agricultural traditions and cultural heritage come together, form the foundation for the comprehensive development and distinctive identity of Angamaly Block Panchayat.