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Chengam
Chengam or ''Chengamma'' as on British records, is an important market town and a taluk headquarter in the Foot hills of Eastern ghats in Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India. Chengam is the gateway to the Chengam pass in the Eastern ghats between Javvadhu hills to the north and Chennakesava hills to the south. The town is also the center for various industrial activities which includes Sathanur dam hydro-electric project, Aavin milk processing plant and Periya Kolappadi SIDCO estate. History The book Malaipadukadam in the Sangakkala literature mentions that Nannansei Nannan was a short-lived king who ruled from the Palkunrakottam hill with his capital as his capital. Many rare historical sources such as inscriptions and archeological finds have been found to prove this. Researchers also say that Nannan-ruled Navira Hill now refers to the Savvadu Hills and some to the mountains near the sea. Initially Chengam was an assembly constituency (SC) of Tiruppattur (Lok Sabh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chengam Sri Venukopala Parthasarathy Perumal Temple
Chengam or ''Chengamma'' as on British records, is an important market town and a taluk headquarter in the Foot hills of Eastern ghats in Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India. Chengam is the gateway to the Chengam pass in the Eastern ghats between Javvadhu hills to the north and Chennakesava hills to the south. The town is also the center for various industrial activities which includes Sathanur dam hydro-electric project, Aavin milk processing plant and Periya Kolappadi SIDCO estate. History The book Malaipadukadam in the Sangakkala literature mentions that Nannansei Nannan was a short-lived king who ruled from the Palkunrakottam hill with his capital as his capital. Many rare historical sources such as inscriptions and archeological finds have been found to prove this. Researchers also say that Nannan-ruled Navira Hill now refers to the Savvadu Hills and some to the mountains near the sea. Initially Chengam was an assembly constituency (SC) of Tiruppattur (Lok Sabh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chengam Sri Venukopala Parthasarathy Perumal Temple Festival Annually 10days In May
Chengam or ''Chengamma'' as on British records, is an important market town and a taluk headquarter in the Foot hills of Eastern ghats in Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India. Chengam is the gateway to the Chengam pass in the Eastern ghats between Javvadhu hills to the north and Chennakesava hills to the south. The town is also the center for various industrial activities which includes Sathanur dam hydro-electric project, Aavin milk processing plant and Periya Kolappadi SIDCO estate. History The book Malaipadukadam in the Sangakkala literature mentions that Nannansei Nannan was a short-lived king who ruled from the Palkunrakottam hill with his capital as his capital. Many rare historical sources such as inscriptions and archeological finds have been found to prove this. Researchers also say that Nannan-ruled Navira Hill now refers to the Savvadu Hills and some to the mountains near the sea. Initially Chengam was an assembly constituency (SC) of Tiruppattur (Lok Sabh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tiruvannamalai District
Tiruvannamalai district (previously known as Central Arcot, Tiruvannamalai Sambhuvarayar District) is the largest and one of the 38 districts in the state of Tamil Nadu, in South India. It was formed in the year 1989 through the bifurcation of North Arcot into the Tiruvannamalai Sambuvarayar and Vellore Ambedkar districts. The city of Tiruvannamalai is the district headquarters. The district is divided into 12 Taluks— Arani, Chengam, Tiruvannamalai, Polur, Thandarampattu, Vandavasi, Kalasapakkam, Chetpet, Kilpennathur, Jamunamarathoor, Cheyyar and Vembakkam. As of 2011, the district had a population of 2,464,875 with a sex-ratio of 994 females for every 1,000 males. History Tiruvannamalai is one of the most venerated places in Tamil Nadu. In ancient times, the term "Annamalai" meant an inaccessible mountain. The word "Thiru" was prefixed to signify its greatness, and coupled with the two terms, it was called Thiruvannamalai. Thiru means 'holy' or 'sacred' and is tradit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tiruvanamalai District
Tiruvannamalai district (previously known as Central Arcot, Tiruvannamalai Sambhuvarayar District) is the largest and one of the 38 districts in the state of Tamil Nadu, in South India. It was formed in the year 1989 through the bifurcation of North Arcot into the Tiruvannamalai Sambuvarayar and Vellore Ambedkar districts. The city of Tiruvannamalai is the district headquarters. The district is divided into 12 Taluks— Arani, Chengam, Tiruvannamalai, Polur, Thandarampattu, Vandavasi, Kalasapakkam, Chetpet, Kilpennathur, Jamunamarathoor, Cheyyar and Vembakkam. As of 2011, the district had a population of 2,464,875 with a sex-ratio of 994 females for every 1,000 males. History Tiruvannamalai is one of the most venerated places in Tamil Nadu. In ancient times, the term "Annamalai" meant an inaccessible mountain. The word "Thiru" was prefixed to signify its greatness, and coupled with the two terms, it was called Thiruvannamalai. Thiru means 'holy' or 'sacred' and is traditio ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pudupalayam
Pudupalayam is a panchayat town in Chengam taluk of Tiruvanamalai district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Its pincode number is 606 705.It is well connected with Tiruvannamalai and Bangalore. This is at Bangalore Road at 33 km away from the famous Annamalaiyar Temple located in Thiruvannamalai. History Formulated during the year 1958, this Town Panchayat consist of 15.6 km2. Geography Ammakulam tank Ammakulam water tank is situated over an extent of sacus at K.K.Palayam within the Jurisdiction of Pudupalayam Town Panchayat. The Kulam has been formed over on extent of 2 acres, before 150 years during the pevtod of kuigdorn. This tank is the main source of drinking water of the peofoce of K.K.Palayam, G.N.Palayam, Veerananal Samalai and Adivaram around Pudupalayam. 100 Acres of land around this tank are being cultivated. Being not reamed for long time, Amma Kulam has been taken up by NABARD Scheme under improvement of Drinking water sources with an estimat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tiruvannamalai (Lok Sabha Constituency)
Tiruvannamalai Lok Sabha constituency ( ta, திருவண்ணாமலை மக்களவைத் தொகுதி) is one of the 39 Lok Sabha (parliamentary) constituencies in Tamil Nadu, a state in southern India India, officially the Republic of India (Hindi: ), is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by area, the second-most populous country, and the most populous democracy in the world. Bounded by the Indian Ocean on the so .... Its Tamil Nadu Parliamentary Constituency number is 11. Assembly Segments Tiruvannamalai Lok Sabha constituency comprises the following legislative assembly segments: Members of the Parliament Election results General Election 2019 General Election 2014 General Election 2009 References External linksTiruvannamalai lok sabha constituency election 2019 date and schedule {{DEFAULTSORT:Tiruvannamalai (Lok Sabha Constituency) Lok Sabha constituencies in Ta ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thiruvannamalai
Tiruvannamalai (Tamil: ''Tiruvaṇṇāmalai'' IPA: , otherwise spelt ''Thiruvannamalai''; ''Trinomali'' or ''Trinomalee'' on British records) is a city, a spiritual, cultural, economic hub and also the administrative headquarters of Tiruvannamalai District in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The city is home to the renowned ''Annamalaiyar temple'''', Annamalai hill, Girivalam'' and the ''Karthigai deepam'' festival. Being a prominent tourist destination which attracts considerable foreign visitors. The city is one of the cities featured in lonely planet. the city has a thriving service sector industry including retail, resorts and recreation activities. Apart from the service sector, the city is also the hub for many industrial setups including '' SIDCO'', spinning mills and premier educational institutions. The city is administered by the Tiruvanamalai Municipality, originally constituted in the year 1886. The city has a good network of roadways and railways and a popular geta ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Singarapettai
Singarapettai is a town in Krishnagiri district in Tamil Nadu. In the 2011 census it had a population of 2253 in 537 households. "Pambar" Dam is 6 km from here. It is 60 km from Krishnagiri, 9 km from Uthangarai, 30 km from Tirupattur and 65 km from Tiruvannamalai. It lies on NH 77. Near this town the attractions include a Perumal temple on the top of mountain, and a dense forest with various tourism attractions like Theerthavalasai Lake, Anguthi Water Falls, Cuckoo forest school, Temples and also in Singarapettai Extension Reserved forest kinds of Birds and Wild animals are available. Transport Roads The town is situated on the NH66 Road which plies from Krishnagiri to Thindivanam via Mathur, Uthangarai, Singarapettai, Chengam, Thiruvannamalai and Gingee.'' PAVAKKAL'' is short route for Singarapet to Harur via Hanumantheertham. It is connected to Tirupattur via Vishamangalam, Pasalai Kuttai and Vengalapuram. Frequent buses ply from Singarapettai to S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tiruppattur (Lok Sabha Constituency)
Tiruppattur was a Lok Sabha constituency in Tamil Nadu. After delimitation in 2009, it is now a defunct constituency. Assembly segments Tiruppattur Lok Sabha constituency is composed of the following assembly segments: #Vaniyambadi (moved to Vellore constituency after 2009) #Natrampalli (defunct) # Tiruppattur (moved to Tiruvannamalai constituency after 2009) # Chengam (SC) (moved to Tiruvannamalai constituency after 2009) # Thandarambattu (defunct) # Kalasapakkam (moved to Tiruvannamalai constituency after 2009) Members of Parliament Election results General Election 2004 General Election 1999 General Election 1998 General Election 1996 General Election 1991 General Election 1989 General Election 1984 General Election 1980 General Election 1977 General Election 1971 See also * Tirupattur * List of Constituencies of the Lok Sabha References External links * Election Commission of India The Election Commission of India (ECI) is a co ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Arani, Tiruvannamalai District
Officially Arni, otherwise spelled Arani, also known as Periya arani is a major commercial, Industrial and Cultural hub and also a divisional headquarter in Tiruvanamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India. The town is the second largest urban center only next to the district headquarters, Tiruvannamalai and administered by a selection grade municipality. Arni is home to silk weaving, spinning mills and agricultural industries. Famous ''Arni silk'' and a paddy variety named ''Arni Ponni,'' known for its rich aroma originates at Arni. The town is often nicknamed as ''The Silk City.'' Arni also has a rich cultural heritage - a major center of Tamil Jainism. History Pallavas were the first to rule the Arni town followed by Rashtrakutas in 968. Later during the Chola period including the reigns of Kulothunga Chola II (1070–1122) and Rajadhiraja Chola II (1166–1178) witnessed more developments in administration including formation of feudatories. Inscriptions also reveal several ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Salem, Tamil Nadu
Salem (), is a major city in Salem district, located on the banks of Thirumanimutharu river in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Salem is the List of cities in Tamil Nadu by population, sixth largest urban agglomeration and metropolitan city in the state by population next to Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Tiruchirappalli and Tiruppur and the sixth largest city in Tamil Nadu by area covering . History Early period During the third century BCE, there was period of Bogar – a notable Tamil Siddhar and at that time Jainism and Buddhism arrived. Around the beginning of the common era, the existence of a culturally and economically advanced society in Salem two thousand years ago is evident from the discovery of silver coins of the Roman Emperor Nero, Tiberices Claudices Nero (37–68 CE) in Koneripatti of Salem in 1987. Later Pandya dynasty started ruling the region around Salem. Later Pallava dynasty rises in Salem. After that Mahendra Varma Pallava came to Salem and Saivite pri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uthangarai
Uthangarai is a Taluk, Town Panchayat in Krishnagiri district in the Tamil Nadu state of India. Uthangarai had a total population of 15,393. Demographics India census A census is the procedure of systematically acquiring, recording and calculating information about the members of a given population. This term is used mostly in connection with national population and housing censuses; other common censuses incl ..., References {{Reflist External links * http://www.krishnagiri.tn.nic.in/ * http://www.tnmaps.tn.nic.in/pr_villages.php?dc=31&tlkname=Uthangarai®ion=0006&lvl=taluk&size=1200 Cities and towns in Krishnagiri district ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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