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Vadipatti
Vadipatti is a panchayat town in the Madurai district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.and also known as "west gateway of Madurai. Etymology The name ''Vadipatti is'' derived from the root word ''vaayil'' or ''vaasal'', meaning 'the door' or 'entrance'. It was the one of the historical boundaries of and the entrance to Madurai, as well as the camping place of Pandyas, which is evident from the Kulasekara Pandian period. History The town celebrates the festivals Jallikattu, Manju Virattu and Erudhukattu Vizha. Geography The bifurcated river of Vaigai (aka Mullai Periyaru Irrigational Channel) runs south of this small township. There is a nearby village called Kulasekaran Kottai, where the palace of Kulasekara Pandian of the Pandya Dynasty was located; the Meenakshi temple constructed by him still exists. Ponnaiah malai is also located in this town. Demographics Indian census, Vadipatti had a population of 21,780. Males and females each constitute 50% of the population. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kutladampatti Falls
Kutladampatti Falls is a waterfall located in the village of Kutladampatti near Vadipatti in Madurai district about northwest of Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. The waterfall is in a Sirumalai, reserve forest managed by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department. The water falls from a height of about . Transportation Tourists from Madurai can take a direct bus from the Periyar bus stand. Tourists may also come via Vadipatti, travelling by bus number 71. The falls are from Vadipatti. State Mini bus services are available from the Vadipatti bus stand. Tourism The number of tourist visits peaks from September to February. Public transportation was instituted following some serious media coverage in the early 2000s. Construction of pavement and steps leading to the falls was undertaken by the local administration. Many Maduraites spend their weekends at the falls. The waterfall goes dry in the summer or in the absence of rain. Swami Ramanagiri Ashram is another place of attraction, located in t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Madurai District
Madurai district is one of the 38 districts of the state of Tamil Nadu in southeastern India., United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency The city of Madurai serves as the district headquarters. It houses the famous Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwarar temple and is situated on the banks of the river Vaigai. Thiruparankundram is one of the major tourist place in the district. As of 2011, the district had a population of 3,038,252 with a sex-ratio of 990 females for every 1,000 males. Aside from the city of Madurai, the larger towns are Melur, Vadipatti, Thirumangalam, Thirupparankundram, Peraiyur, and Usilampatti. It is an important hub for various film shootings. Alanganallur is a popular spot in the district for Jallikattu, as are Palamedu and Avaniyapuram. History Madurai is called by various nicknames like ''Athens of the East'', ''Thoonga Nagaram'' (City that never Sleeps), ''Naan maada koodal'' (City of Four junctions), ''Malligai Managar'' (City of Jasmine), ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Semmanipatti
Semmanipatti, also called Semminipatti or Chemminipatti, is a village in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Situated at a distance of North of Madurai and south of Vadipatti on the National Highway (NH 7). History Semminipatti village comes under the control of its own administrative office as well as vadipatti tehsil (known as taluk) office. Semminipatti village has one Government forest office for controlling the Sirumalai hills. The hills have famous waterfalls and controlled near by village (Kutladampatti) administrative office. There are 600 families, all of the Hindu religion. Semminipatti does not have its own post office or police station. The village is served by the post office in nearby Katchaikatti village, whilst Vadipatti police station is responsible for Semmanipatti. Two decades ago Semminipatti was famous for Khap generally known as panchayats. Its always performed in chavadi (Temple as well as resting place for farmers who worked hard in days and taking r ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sembukudipatti
Sembukudipatti, is a small village near Vadipatti situated 22 km North West of Madurai in Tamil Nadu, India. This village is best known for the Metal Park Mountain, Vaguthumalai in Tamil, 1 km north to it. By means of blue-metal quarries this mountain contributes some useful amount of revenue to the Vadipatti Taluk. This village comes under the Alanganallur Alanganallur is a panchayat town in Madurai district in the state of Tamil Nadu, India., United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency It is the headquarters of the Alanganallur taluka and revenue block. Geography Climate Alanganallu ... Panchayat Union. Village has population of more than 1,200 as on Census Report 2001. [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Madurai
Madurai ( , also , ) is a major city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the cultural capital of Tamil Nadu and the administrative headquarters of Madurai District. As of the 2011 census, it was the third largest Urban agglomeration in Tamil Nadu after Chennai and Coimbatore and the 44th most populated city in India. Located on the banks of River Vaigai, Madurai has been a major settlement for two millennia and has a documented history of more than 2500 years. It is often referred to as "Thoonga Nagaram", meaning "the city that never sleeps". Madurai is closely associated with the Tamil language. The third Tamil Sangam, a major congregation of Tamil scholars said to have been held in the city. The recorded history of the city goes back to the 3rd century BCE, being mentioned by Megasthenes, the Greek ambassador to the Maurya empire, and Kautilya, a minister of the Mauryan emperor Chandragupta Maurya. Signs of human settlements and Roman trade links dating back to 3 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Koil
''Koil'' or ''Koyil'' or ''Kovil'', (meaning: residence of GodThe modern Tamil word for Hindu temple is ''kōvil'' ( ta, கோவில்) meaning "the residence of God". In ancient Tamil Nadu, the king (, ''Kō'') was considered to be a ‘representative of God on earth' and lived in a ''kōvil'', which also means "king’s house". Old words for king like ''Kō'' ( "King"), ''Iṟai'' ( "Emperor") and ''Āṇṭavan'' ( "Conqueror") are now primarily used to refer to God.) is the Tamil term for a distinct style of Hindu temple with Dravidian architecture. Both the terms ''koyil'' (, ''kōyil'') and ''kovil'' (, ''kōvil'') are used interchangeably. In Tamil, ( wikt:ta:கோவில்) is the word derived, according to the rules of Tamil grammar."உடம்படுமெய்ப் புணர்ச்சி" என்ற தமிழ் இலக்கண விதிப்படி, "வ்" வரும், கோ + இல் = கோவில். உடம ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ramarajapuram
Ramarajapuram is a village panchayat in Nilakkottai taluk, Dindigul district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Demographics As of the 2001 India census, Ramarajapuram had a population of 9,439. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Ramarajapuram has an average literacy rate of 60%, higher than the national average of 59.5% male literacy, and female literacy is 40%. In Ramarajapuram, 11% of the population is under 6 years of age. Facilities It has five schools. According to Tamil Nadu Government's Department of School Education, the list of the schools include a government high school, two primary schools and a soman matriculation school. Ramarajapuram has a rich supply of water and is situated on the bank of river Vaigai. Agriculture is the primary occupation of the population. Madurai and Dindigul are the major towns nearby. This village has a government hospital. The children from the village travel to pandiarajpuram, Sholavandan, vadipatti for th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alanganallur
Alanganallur is a panchayat town in Madurai district in the state of Tamil Nadu, India., United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency It is the headquarters of the Alanganallur taluka and revenue block. Geography Climate Alanganallur's climate is moderate with no extremes. This place is well irrigated by Periyar sub canal. People of different religions and castes live here. All people, irrespective of caste and religion, agitated for Jallikattu in the year 2017. Politics It is part of the Madurai (Lok Sabha constituency). S. Venkatesan also known as Su. Venkatesan from CPI(M) is the Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha, after his election in the 2019 Indian general election. Economy Agriculture is carried out in about large area around this place. Paddy, Sugar cane, Coconut and Plantain are the major crops. There is a sugar factory located within 1 km from Alanganallur. Places nearby Madurai is accessible within 16 km. Alagar kovil is also close by, within 18 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fatima College, Madurai
Fatima College, Madurai, is a women's general degree college located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1953. The college is affiliated with Madurai Kamaraj University Madurai Kamaraj University (MKU) is a public state university located in Madurai city, in southern Tamil Nadu, India, established in 1966. MKU is one of the 15 universities in India with the University with Potential for Excellence status, wh .... This college offers different courses in arts, commerce and science. Departments Science *Zoology *physics *Chemistry *Mathematics *Computer Science *Home Science with Food Biotechnology *Information Technology Arts and Commerce *Tamil *English *History *Economics *Sociology *Social Work *Commerce Accreditation The college is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). References External links * Educational institutions established in 1953 1953 establishments in Madras State Colleges affiliated to Madurai Kamaraj Unive ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
American College, Madurai
The American College, often referred to as American College, is one of the oldest colleges in India, located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. It was founded in 1881 by American Christian missionaries. The red-brick buildings, in the Saracenic style, blend with the natural surroundings constructed by British architect Henry Irwin. Century-old buildings Main Hall, James Hall and Washburn Hall show the heritage of the college. Location It is situated on Melur road (Azhagar Koil road) in between Tamukkam Ground near Tallakulam and Government Rajaji Hospital in Goripalayam. History Founded as a missionary in 1841 by the American Mission, the American College became a collegiate department in 1881. It was started initially as Pasumalai College in 1881 under the initiatives of Rev. George T. Washburn, the first principal. He hails from the Great Washburn clan. The college was shifted to its present location during the period of Rev. W.M. Zumbro, its second principal, who had his formal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yadava College
Yadava College is an autonomous co-educational institution in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. It is affiliated with Madurai Kamaraj University and is located in Thiruppalai Madurai 14. The college was established in 1969 by the Yadava community, led by the late Shri. E. Rengasamy, the late Shri. Govindarajan and the late Shri. D. Nagendran. Description The campus covers an area of with five blocks accommodating 13 departments of science, humanities, physical education, administrative office, principal's chamber, Dean's office, office of the controller of examination, auditorium, conference hall, computing centre, playground sports stadium, health club, language library, separate hostel for boys and girls, student counseling centre, career guidance cell and a well equipped library. Yadava College has been accredited with "A" grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council and offers 13 undergraduate, seven postgraduate, three research degrees, and Certificate and Diplom ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Theni Medical College
Theni Government Medical College and Hospital is a teaching hospital in Theni district, Tamil Nadu, India. It was established in 2004. The college is situated on the NH 85, at a distance of 9 km from the district capitol Theni, and 7 km from Aundipatty. History The foundation for Government Theni Medical College was laid on 16 August 2002 by then Chief Minister Dr. J. Jayalalitha, and the first hospital and college premises were inaugurated on 8 December 2004. In 2006, the first 100 students were admitted to the MBBS programme. College In addition to the MBBS programme, the college offers diplomas for paramedics, medical laboratory technologists, and nurses, and specialist training for MDs. The college is affiliated with the Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, which belongs to the Government of Tamil Nadu. It is accredited by the MCI. Oversight is provided by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu. In the college grou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
