The apex local self-body of panchayati raj system is the Zila Parisad. It supervises and coordinates the work of all block samities of the district and also of gram panchayats which are under them. The composition of the Zila Parisad is similar to that of Block Samiti. Besides some elected members, the chairman of Block Samities, members of Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, Vidhan Sabha, Vidhan Parishad, representatives of schedule castes, schedule tribes, and women from the district constitute a Zila Parisad. The Zila Parishad elects a president and Vice President from amongst its members for a term of five years. Various sub-commities are formed from its members for the smooth functioning of its programmes. The important officers of the district administration are also involved for its better functioning.
A permanent government employee acts as secretary of the Zila Parsad, and maintains its records and accounts.
