11th schedule municipalities list

 The Eleventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution outlines the powers, responsibilities, and authority of Panchayats (both rural and urban local bodies). These provisions empower Panchayats to effectively govern and manage various aspects of local administration. Let’s explore the items covered under this schedule:

1. Agriculture and Agricultural Extension
2. Land Improvement, Implementation of Land Reforms, Land Consolidation, and Soil Conservation
3. Minor Irrigation, Water Management, and Watershed Development
4. Animal Husbandry, Dairying, and Poultry
5. Fisheries
6. Social Forestry and Farm Forestry
7. Minor Forest Produce
8. Small-Scale Industries, including Food Processing Industries
9. Khadi, Village, and Cottage Industries
10. Rural Housing
11. Drinking Water
12. Fuel and Fodder
13. Roads, Culverts, Bridges, Ferries, Waterways, and Other Means of Communication
14. Rural Electrification, including Distribution of Electricity
15. Non-Conventional Energy Sources
16. Poverty Alleviation Programs
17. Education, including Primary and Secondary Schools
18. Technical Training and Vocational Education
19. Adult and Non-Formal Education
20. Libraries
21. Cultural Activities
22. Markets and Fairs
23. Health and Sanitation, including Hospitals, Primary Health Centers, and Dispensaries
24. Family Welfare
25. Women and Child Development
26. Social Welfare, including Welfare of the Handicapped and Mentally Retarded
27. Welfare of the Weaker Sections, particularly Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes
28. Public Distribution System
29. Maintenance of Community Assets1.

These provisions ensure that Panchayats play a crucial role in local development, resource management, and social welfare.