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'''Erode District''' is a district in the [[Indian state|state]] of [[Tamil Nadu]], India. It was the largest district by area in the state before the formation of [[Tirupur District]] in 2009. The headquarters of the district is [[Erode]]. It is divided into two revenue divisions, [[Erode division|Erode]] and [[Gobichettipalayam division|Gobichettipalayam]], and is further subdivided into 10 [[Tehsil|taluks]]. Erode District was a part of [[Coimbatore District]] before its division into two on 17 September 1979. It covers an area of {{Convert|5,722|km2}}, and [[2011 Census of India|as of 2011]], had a population of 2,251,744.
'''Erode District''' is one of the 38 districts in the state of [[Tamil Nadu]] in [[India]]. It was the largest district by area in the state before the formation of [[Tirupur District]] in 2009. The headquarters of the district is [[Erode]]. It is divided into two revenue divisions, [[Erode division|Erode]] and [[Gobichettipalayam division|Gobichettipalayam]], and is further subdivided into 10 [[Tehsil|taluks]]. Erode District was a part of [[Coimbatore District]] before its division into two on 17 September 1979. It covers an area of {{Convert|5,722|km2}}, and [[2011 Census of India|as of 2011]], had a population of 2,251,744.


==History==
==History==
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To the north of Erode District lies [[Chamarajanagar district]] in [[Karnataka|Karnataka State]]. To the east, across the [[Kaveri River]], lies [[Salem District|Salem]] and [[Namakkal District|Namakkal]] districts. To the southeast lies [[Karur District|Karur district]]. [[Tirupur District]] lies immediately to the south. [[Coimbatore District|Coimbatore]] and [[Nilgiris district|Nilgiris]] districts lie to the west.
To the north of Erode District lies [[Chamarajanagar district]] in [[Karnataka|Karnataka State]]. To the east, across the [[Kaveri River]], lies [[Salem District|Salem]] and [[Namakkal District|Namakkal]] districts. To the southeast lies [[Karur District|Karur district]]. [[Tirupur District]] lies immediately to the south. [[Coimbatore District|Coimbatore]] and [[Nilgiris district|Nilgiris]] districts lie to the west.


Erode District is [[landlocked]], and is situated at between latitude 10 36" and 11 58" north and between longitude 76 49" and 77 58" east. The district forms the meeting point of the [[Western Ghats]] and [[Eastern Ghats]] mountain ranges, separated by the [[Bhavani River]].
Erode District is [[landlocked]], and is situated at between latitude 10 36" and 11 58" north and between longitude 76 49" and 77 58" east. The district forms the meeting point of the [[Western Ghats]] and [[Eastern Ghats]] mountain ranges, separated by the [[Moyar River]].


The district comprises a long undulating plain, sloping gently towards the Kaveri River in the south-east. The three major tributaries of the Kaveri, the [[Bhavani River|Bhavani]], [[Noyyal]] and [[Amaravati River|Amaravati]], run across the long stretch of mountains in the north. In combination with these rivers, numerous canals, the [[Bhavanisagar Dam]] and the [[Kodiveri Dam]] provide irrigation and drainage for Erode.
The district comprises a long undulating plain, sloping gently towards the Kaveri River in the south-east. The three major tributaries of the Kaveri, the [[Bhavani River|Bhavani]], [[Noyyal]] and [[Amaravati River|Amaravati]], run across the long stretch of mountains in the north. In combination with these rivers, numerous canals, the [[Bhavanisagar Dam]] and the [[Kodiveri Dam]] provide irrigation and drainage for Erode.
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==Climate==
==Climate==
[[File:Western Ghats Gobi.jpg|thumb|right|[[Western Ghats]] as seen from Gobichettipalayam]]
[[File:Western Ghats Gobi.jpg|thumb|right|[[Western Ghats]] as seen from Gobichettipalayam]]
Unlike nearby [[Coimbatore district|Coimbatore District]], Erode District's climate is characterized by dry weather throughout the year, except during the break-in monsoon period, when it receives high rainfall. The cool, moist wind that passes through the [[Palghat Gap]] in the [[Western Ghats]] has a moderating effect on the climate of neighbouring Coimbatore district, but the air loses its coolness and becomes dry by the time it reaches Erode.
Unlike nearby [[Coimbatore district|Coimbatore District]], Erode District's climate is characterized by dry weather throughout the year, except during the break-in monsoon period, when it receives high rainfall. The cool, moist wind that passes through the [[Palghat Gap]] in the [[Western Ghats]] has a moderating effect on the climate of neighbouring Coimbatore district, but the air loses its coolness and becomes dry by the time it reaches Erode. Gunderipallam, Varattupallam are the highest rainfall (1200 MM) in this district.  


Generally, the first two months of the year are pleasant, but in March the temperature begins to rise, which persists until the end of May, when the highest temperatures are normally recorded. The few rain showers during this period do not provide much relief from the heat. However, the temperature reverses its rising trend during the pre-monsoon period, between June and August. By September, the monsoon rains begin to fall. The northeast monsoon sets in vigorously during October–November. By December, the rains end, returning the climate to its dry and cold state.
Generally, the first two months of the year are pleasant, but in March the temperature begins to rise, which persists until the end of May, when the highest temperatures are normally recorded. The few rain showers during this period do not provide much relief from the heat. However, the temperature reverses its rising trend during the pre-monsoon period, between June and August. By September, the monsoon rains begin to fall. The northeast monsoon sets in vigorously during October–November. By December, the rains end, returning the climate to its dry and cold state.
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==Politics==
==Politics==
Erode District is divided into 3 Parliamentary Constituencies of the [[Lok Sabha]]: [[Erode (Lok Sabha constituency)|Erode]], [[Nilgiris (Lok Sabha constituency)|Nilgiris]] and [[Tirupur (Lok Sabha constituency)|Tirupur]]. The district consists of eight Assembly Constituencies of the [[Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly]]: [[Anthiyur (State Assembly Constituency)|Anthiyur]], [[Bhavani (State Assembly Constituency)|Bhavani]], [[Bhavanisagar (State Assembly Constituency)|Bhavani Sagar]], [[Erode East (State Assembly Constituency)|Erode East]], [[Erode West (State Assembly Constituency)|Erode West]], [[Gobichettipalayam (State Assembly Constituency)|Gobichettipalayam]], [[Modakurichi (State Assembly Constituency)|Modakurichi]] and [[Perundurai (State Assembly Constituency)|Perundurai]].
Erode District is divided into three Parliamentary Constituencies of the [[Lok Sabha]]: [[Erode (Lok Sabha constituency)|Erode]], [[Nilgiris (Lok Sabha constituency)|Nilgiris]] and [[Tirupur (Lok Sabha constituency)|Tirupur]]. The district consists of eight Assembly Constituencies of the [[Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly]]: [[Anthiyur (State Assembly Constituency)|Anthiyur]], [[Bhavani (State Assembly Constituency)|Bhavani]], [[Bhavanisagar (State Assembly Constituency)|Bhavani Sagar]], [[Erode East (State Assembly Constituency)|Erode East]], [[Erode West (State Assembly Constituency)|Erode West]], [[Gobichettipalayam (State Assembly Constituency)|Gobichettipalayam]], [[Modakurichi (State Assembly Constituency)|Modakurichi]] and [[Perundurai (State Assembly Constituency)|Perundurai]].


==Economy==
==Economy==
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Erode is also the leading producer of plantain, coconuts and white silk in Tamil Nadu.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/2008/02/08/stories/2008020850150500.htm|title=The changing industrial landscape of Erode|newspaper=[[The Hindu]]|date=8 February 2008|access-date=8 May 2016}}</ref>
Erode is also the leading producer of plantain, coconuts and white silk in Tamil Nadu.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/2008/02/08/stories/2008020850150500.htm|title=The changing industrial landscape of Erode|newspaper=[[The Hindu]]|date=8 February 2008|access-date=8 May 2016}}</ref>


[[Gobichettipalayam]] is well known for its white silk, cotton, plantain and coconut production.
[[Gobichettipalayam]] is well known for its white silk, cotton, plantain and coconut production. Erode is one of the major producers of food products in the state. The country's first automated silk reeling unit is located near [[Gobichettipalayam]].
 
Erode is one of the major producers of food products in the state. The country's first automated silk reeling unit is located near [[Gobichettipalayam]].


[[Erode]] (city), [[Bhavani, Tamil Nadu|Bhavani]] and [[Chennimalai]] are well known for [[handloom]] and [[PowerLoom|powerloom]] textile products and ready-made garments. In 2005, ''[[Bhavani Jamakkalam]]'' (Bhavani Bedsheets) was registered as a Geographical Indication.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.ipindia.nic.in/writereaddata/Portal/News/367_1_Registered_GI.pdf|title=REGISTRATION DETAILS OF GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS|date=25 October 2017|website=Intellectual Property India {{!}} Government of India|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180127201518/http://www.ipindia.nic.in/writereaddata/Portal/News/367_1_Registered_GI.pdf|archive-date=27 January 2018|url-status=live|access-date=7 July 2019}}</ref>
[[Erode]] (city), [[Bhavani, Tamil Nadu|Bhavani]] and [[Chennimalai]] are well known for [[handloom]] and [[PowerLoom|powerloom]] textile products and ready-made garments. In 2005, ''[[Bhavani Jamakkalam]]'' (Bhavani Bedsheets) was registered as a Geographical Indication.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.ipindia.nic.in/writereaddata/Portal/News/367_1_Registered_GI.pdf|title=REGISTRATION DETAILS OF GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS|date=25 October 2017|website=Intellectual Property India {{!}} Government of India|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180127201518/http://www.ipindia.nic.in/writereaddata/Portal/News/367_1_Registered_GI.pdf|archive-date=27 January 2018|url-status=live|access-date=7 July 2019}}</ref>
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==Education==
==Education==
Erode district has several facilities for higher education. The district is divided into two educational districts, [[List of educational institutions in Gobichettipalayam|Gobichettipalayam]] and [[List of educational institutions in Erode|Erode]]. Former [[Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu]] [[M. G. Ramachandran|Dr.M.G.Ramachandran]] started IRT Perundurai Medical College which is now renamed as [[Erode Medical College]] at [[Perundurai]] and an Engineering College "[[Institute of Road & Transport Technology|Institute of Road and Transport Technology]]" as the [[Automotive engineering|Automobile]] Research oriented Institute for the welfare of workers of [[Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation|Tamil Nadu State Transport Coorporation]] in 1984. [[Institute of Road and Transport Technology|IRTT]] is one of the top 10 Government Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. Other institutions include Erode Sengunthar Engineering College, Vellalar Institutions, Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Kongu Engineering College, and Nandha college of technology.
Erode district has several facilities for higher education. The district is divided into two educational districts, [[List of educational institutions in Gobichettipalayam|Gobichettipalayam]] and [[List of educational institutions in Erode|Erode]]. Former [[Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu]] [[M. G. Ramachandran|Dr.M.G.Ramachandran]] started IRT Perundurai Medical College which is now renamed as [[Erode Medical College]] at [[Perundurai]] and an Engineering College "[[Institute of Road & Transport Technology|Institute of Road and Transport Technology]]" as the [[Automotive engineering|Automobile]] Research oriented Institute for the welfare of workers of [[Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation|Tamil Nadu State Transport Coorporation]] in 1984 which is now renamed as [[Government College of Engineering, Erode|Government Engineering college, Erode]]. [[Institute of Road and Transport Technology|IRTT]] is one of the top 10 Government Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. Other institutions include Erode Sengunthar Engineering College, Vellalar Institutions, Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Kongu Engineering College, and Nandha college of technology.


[[File:Pariyur.jpg|thumb|[[Pariyur Kondathu Kaliamman|Pariyur Kondathu Kaliamman Temple]]]]
[[File:Pariyur.jpg|thumb|[[Pariyur Kondathu Kaliamman|Pariyur Kondathu Kaliamman Temple]]]]
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==Places of interest==
==Places of interest==
Erode has many places of interest, attracting tourists from all over the state and other neighboring states. Notable ones include:
Erode has many places of interest, attracting tourists from all over the state and other neighboring states. Notable ones include:
* [[Vijayamangalam Jain temple]]
 
* [[Bargur hills]], [[Anthiyur]]
* [[Bargur hills]], [[Anthiyur]]
* [[Bannari Amman Temple]], [[Bannari]]
* [[Bannari Amman Temple]], [[Bannari]]
* [[Bhavanisagar Dam]], [[Bhavanisagar]]
* [[Bhavanisagar Dam]], [[Bhavanisagar]]
* [[Sangameswarar Temple]], [[Bhavani]]
* [[Chennimalai|Chennimalai Murugan temple]], [[Chennimalai]]
* [[Chennimalai|Chennimalai Murugan temple]], [[Chennimalai]]
* [[Kodiveri Dam]], [[Gobichettipalayam]]
* [[Kodiveri Dam]], [[Gobichettipalayam]]
* [[Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple]], [[Gobichettipalayam]]
* [[Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple]], [[Gobichettipalayam]]
* [[Pariyur Kondathu Kaliamman|Pariyur Kondathu Kaliamman Temple]], [[Gobichettipalayam]]
* [[Pariyur Kondathu Kaliamman|Pariyur Kondathu Kaliamman Temple]], [[Gobichettipalayam]]
* [[Sangameswarar Temple]], [[Bhavani]]
* [[Gobi boat house]], [[Gobichettipalayam]]
* [[Kunderipallam Dam]], [[Gobichettipalayam]]
* [[Sathyamangalam Wildlife Sanctuary|Sathyamangalam Tiger reserve]]
* [[Sathyamangalam Wildlife Sanctuary|Sathyamangalam Tiger reserve]]
* [[Perumpallam dam]], [[Sathyamangalam]]
* [[Government Museum, Erode|Government Museum]], [[Erode]]
* [[Thindal Murugan Temple]], [[Erode]]
* [[Thindal Murugan Temple]], [[Erode]]
* [[Vellode Birds Sanctuary]], [[Erode]]
* [[Vellode Birds Sanctuary]], [[Erode]]
* [[Kodumudi|Magudeshwarar Temple]], [[Kodumudi]]
* [[Kodumudi|Magudeshwarar Temple]], [[Kodumudi]]
* [[Sadayappasamy Temple]], [[kandasamypalayam]]
* [[Sadayappasamy Temple]], [[kandasamypalayam]]
* [[Government Museum, Erode|Government Museum]], [[Erode]]
* [[Vijayamangalam Jain temple]]


==See also==
==See also==
*[[Kaliyur]]
*[[List of districts of Tamil Nadu]]
*[[List of districts of Tamil Nadu]]


Latest revision as of 23:58, 10 April 2022

This article is about the district. For its eponymous headquarters, see Erode.

Erode District
Erode
District
Confluence of the Bhavani and Kaveri Rivers
Confluence of the Bhavani and Kaveri Rivers
Coordinates: 11°21′N 77°44′E / 11.350°N 77.733°E / 11.350; 77.733
CountryIndia
StateTamil Nadu
RegionKongu Nadu
Founded byM. G. Ramachandran
HeadquartersErode
TaluksAnthiyur, Bhavani, Erode, Gobichettipalayam, Kodumudi, Modakurichi, Perundurai, Sathyamangalam, Thalavadi, Nambiyur
Government
 • District CollectorH. Krishnan Unni, IAS
 • Superintendent of PoliceV. Sasi Mohan, IPS
Area
[1]
 • Total5,722 km2 (2,209 sq mi)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total2,251,744
 • Density394/km2 (1,020/sq mi)
Languages
 • OfficialTamil
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
638***
Telephone code0424 (Erode)
04204 (Kodumudi)
04294 (Perundurai)
04256 (Bhavani)
04285 (Gobichettipalayam)
04295 (Sathyamangalam)
ISO 3166 codeISO 3166-2:IN
Vehicle registrationTN 33 (Erode East)
TN 36 (Gobichettipalayam)
TN 56 (Perundurai)
TN 86 (Erode West)[2]
Largest cityErode
Sex ratioM-51%/F-49% ♂/♀
Literacy72.96%
Lok Sabha seats3
Vidhan Sabha seats8
Central location:11°15′N 77°19′E / 11.250°N 77.317°E / 11.250; 77.317
Precipitation700 millimetres (28 in)
Avg. summer temperature35 °C (95 °F)
Avg. winter temperature18 °C (64 °F)
Websitewww.erode.tn.nic.in

Erode District is one of the 38 districts in the state of Tamil Nadu in India. It was the largest district by area in the state before the formation of Tirupur District in 2009. The headquarters of the district is Erode. It is divided into two revenue divisions, Erode and Gobichettipalayam, and is further subdivided into 10 taluks. Erode District was a part of Coimbatore District before its division into two on 17 September 1979. It covers an area of 5,722 square kilometres (2,209 sq mi), and as of 2011, had a population of 2,251,744.

History[edit | edit source]

The region belonging to present-day Erode District was ruled successively by several South Indian dynasties, including the Cheras, Cholas and Pandyas. During the first millennium, it was under the rule of the Chera Dynasty and various other rulers. Between the 10th to 12th centuries, the region was part of the larger Chola Empire. The region became part of Vijayanagara empire in the 14th century, then under the Nayaks of Madurai until the 17th century. Under the Madurai Nayaks, the Polygar system of administration was established. The Polygar system continued after the region became part of the Kingdom of Mysore in the mid-17th century.

The Polygar chieftain Dheeran Chinnamalai, a governor of the region, played a major role in the early struggle for Indian Independence in the late 18th-century Polygar Wars against the British East India Company. After the Polygar and Mysore Wars in the late 18th century, the area came under the control of the British until the achievement of Indian independence in 1947. It was a part of the erstwhile Coimbatore district until its split in 1979.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

According to the 2011 census, Erode District had a population of 2,251,744 with a sex-ratio of 993 females for every 1,000 males, above the national average of 929.[3] A total of 195,213 were under the age of six, constituting 99,943 males and 95,270 females. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes accounted for 16.41% and 0.97% of the population, respectively. The literacy rate of the district was 66.29%, compared to the national average of 72.99%.[3] The district had a total of 658,071 households. There were 1,195,773 workers: 173,376 cultivators, 331,414 main agricultural labourers, 48,960 in household industries, 557,301 other workers, 84,722 marginal workers, 38,798 marginal agricultural labourers, 5,362 marginal workers in household industries, 4,794 marginal cultivators and 35,768 other marginal workers.[4]

Historical population
YearPop.±% p.a.
1901629,892—    
1911667,968+0.59%
1921725,434+0.83%
1931769,455+0.59%
1941886,108+1.42%
19511,010,616+1.32%
19611,106,528+0.91%
19711,356,092+2.05%
19811,587,604+1.59%
19911,802,939+1.28%
20012,016,582+1.13%
20112,251,744+1.11%
source:[5]

Geography[edit | edit source]

Map of Erode region during 1955

To the north of Erode District lies Chamarajanagar district in Karnataka State. To the east, across the Kaveri River, lies Salem and Namakkal districts. To the southeast lies Karur district. Tirupur District lies immediately to the south. Coimbatore and Nilgiris districts lie to the west.

Erode District is landlocked, and is situated at between latitude 10 36" and 11 58" north and between longitude 76 49" and 77 58" east. The district forms the meeting point of the Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats mountain ranges, separated by the Moyar River.

The district comprises a long undulating plain, sloping gently towards the Kaveri River in the south-east. The three major tributaries of the Kaveri, the Bhavani, Noyyal and Amaravati, run across the long stretch of mountains in the north. In combination with these rivers, numerous canals, the Bhavanisagar Dam and the Kodiveri Dam provide irrigation and drainage for Erode.

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Bhavanisagar Dam across Bhavani River
Kaveri River at Erode

Bhavani River[edit | edit source]

Main article: Bhavani River

The Bhavani River rises in the Western Ghats of the Silent Valley National Park in the Palakkad District of Kerala. It is joined by the Siruvani River, a perennial stream of Coimbatore District, and is joined by the Kundha River before entering Erode District in Sathyamangalam. The Bhavani is perennial river, mostly fed by the southwest monsoon but also supplemented by the northeast monsoon. It runs for over one hundred miles through Erode District, crossing Bhavani and Gobichettipalayam taluks. Near Gobichettipalayam lies the Kodiveri Dam, a mini-dam constructed for agricultural purposes.

The river eventually feeds the Bhavanisagar reservoir, and then takes an easterly course after crossing Sathyamangalam taluk. Along with another tributary, the Amutha Nathi River, the Bhavani River ultimately joins the Kaveri River in Bhavani, Tamil Nadu. A confluence of three rivers, such as this one, is known as a Triveni Sangam in Hindu belief. The place where the Bhavani River joins with the Kaveri River is famous for the Sri Sangameshwara Temple of Lord Shiva, where, in accordance to Hindu customs, people perform the last rites for deceased friends and family.

Kaveri River[edit | edit source]

Main article: Kaveri River

The Kaveri River rises in the Western Ghats of Kodagu (Coorg) District in Karnataka, and is joined by many small tributaries. It runs eastward through Karnataka, and is joined by its main tributary, the Kabini River, before taking a sharp southbound turn at Hogenakkal Falls. From here, it runs towards the southeast, forming the boundary between Bhavani taluk of Erode District and Tiruchengode taluk of the neighbouring Namakkal District. The Bhavani River joins the Kaveri River at the town of Bhavani.

Climate[edit | edit source]

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Western Ghats as seen from Gobichettipalayam

Unlike nearby Coimbatore District, Erode District's climate is characterized by dry weather throughout the year, except during the break-in monsoon period, when it receives high rainfall. The cool, moist wind that passes through the Palghat Gap in the Western Ghats has a moderating effect on the climate of neighbouring Coimbatore district, but the air loses its coolness and becomes dry by the time it reaches Erode. Gunderipallam, Varattupallam are the highest rainfall (1200 MM) in this district.

Generally, the first two months of the year are pleasant, but in March the temperature begins to rise, which persists until the end of May, when the highest temperatures are normally recorded. The few rain showers during this period do not provide much relief from the heat. However, the temperature reverses its rising trend during the pre-monsoon period, between June and August. By September, the monsoon rains begin to fall. The northeast monsoon sets in vigorously during October–November. By December, the rains end, returning the climate to its dry and cold state.

But Erode distrtict receives water source form two rivers named Bhavani river and Kaveri river. These two rivers mingle at a point called Kooduthurai.

Administration[edit | edit source]

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Erode District Collector's Office

For administrative purposes, Erode District is divided into ten taluks under two revenue divisions.[6]

Erode District consists of one municipal corporation and four other municipalities:[9]

Politics[edit | edit source]

Erode District is divided into three Parliamentary Constituencies of the Lok Sabha: Erode, Nilgiris and Tirupur. The district consists of eight Assembly Constituencies of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly: Anthiyur, Bhavani, Bhavani Sagar, Erode East, Erode West, Gobichettipalayam, Modakurichi and Perundurai.

Economy[edit | edit source]

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Paddy fields near Gobichettipalayam
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Fabrics and rugs made in Erode are famous

Agriculture is the most important source of income in Erode District. Paddy, plantain, silk, cotton, turmeric, coconut and sugarcane are some of the major products from agriculture and its associated industries.

Erode is the top turmeric producer in Tamil Nadu, making up 43% of statewide production.[10] Erode is an important market centre for turmeric, being known as "Turmeric City." March 2019, turmeric from Erode received a Geographical Indication tag from the Geographical Indication Registry,[11] making Erode Manjal Vanigarkal Matrum Kidangu Urimaiyalargal Sangam the registered proprietors of the Geographical Indication Erode Manjal (Erode Turmeric).[12]

Erode is also the leading producer of plantain, coconuts and white silk in Tamil Nadu.[13]

Gobichettipalayam is well known for its white silk, cotton, plantain and coconut production. Erode is one of the major producers of food products in the state. The country's first automated silk reeling unit is located near Gobichettipalayam.

Erode (city), Bhavani and Chennimalai are well known for handloom and powerloom textile products and ready-made garments. In 2005, Bhavani Jamakkalam (Bhavani Bedsheets) was registered as a Geographical Indication.[14]

Anthiyur and Modachur (Gobichettipalayam) towns are famous for cattle.

Transport[edit | edit source]

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Erode Junction railway station
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Meenakshi Sundaranar Salai in Erode
NH 544 Bypass near Chithode

The transportation system in Erode is well-developed. Erode, being a prominent trading center in Tamil Nadu, is well-connected with all modern means of transport, except air transport. The district is accessible by both road and rail from the state capital Chennai and other major cities. The district is divided into four Regional Transport Office (RTO) sub-divisions, namely Erode East (TN 33), Gobichettipalayam (TN 36), Perundurai (TN 56) and Erode West (TN 86). Gobichettipalayam RTO has two sub-offices, namely Bhavani (TN 36W) and Sathyamangalam (TN 36Z).

Railways[edit | edit source]

The district has one major railway station, Erode Junction. It was built by the British to connect the western and eastern coasts of India. There are ISO-certified diesel and electric locomotive sheds at Erode Junction. Erode Junction, which has the distinction of being the third cleanest railway junction in India, serves as the hub for water filling facilities and food provisions.

Roadways[edit | edit source]

The district is well-connected by road. The following is a list of major arterial roads:

National Highways

Proposed Highways

State Highways

The Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation, headquartered at Erode (originally called as Jeeva Transport Corporation), serves inter- and intra-city routes. The State Express Bus Corporation (SETC) operates express bus services from Erode and Gobichettipalayam to major cities across the state. Erode Central Bus Terminus, which serves as a major hub, is one of the largest in the state. Due to its proximity to the states Karnataka and Kerala, Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation and Kerala State Road Transport Corporation buses also operate in the district.

Airways[edit | edit source]

The nearest airport is the Coimbatore International Airport located in the nearby Coimbatore district.

Waterways[edit | edit source]

Navigable waterways are available in the district at Nerinjipettai and Nattatreeswarar Temple.

Communication[edit | edit source]

The district is served by extensive postal, telegraph and telephone networks. The district is divided into two postal divisions, namely Erode and Gobichettipalayam. There are three head post offices at Erode, Bhavani and Gobichettipalayam, in addition to 319 other post offices. The district is serviced by almost all leading mobile phone operators in India.

Education[edit | edit source]

Erode district has several facilities for higher education. The district is divided into two educational districts, Gobichettipalayam and Erode. Former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Dr.M.G.Ramachandran started IRT Perundurai Medical College which is now renamed as Erode Medical College at Perundurai and an Engineering College "Institute of Road and Transport Technology" as the Automobile Research oriented Institute for the welfare of workers of Tamil Nadu State Transport Coorporation in 1984 which is now renamed as Government Engineering college, Erode. IRTT is one of the top 10 Government Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. Other institutions include Erode Sengunthar Engineering College, Vellalar Institutions, Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Kongu Engineering College, and Nandha college of technology.

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Pariyur Kondathu Kaliamman Temple
Bannari Amman Temple

Places of interest[edit | edit source]

Erode has many places of interest, attracting tourists from all over the state and other neighboring states. Notable ones include:

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "Erode District - District At a Glance". National Informatics Centre. Retrieved 22 November 2019.
  2. ↑ "List of RTOs" (PDF). Government of Tamil Nadu. Retrieved 6 May 2016.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Census Info 2011 Final population totals". Office of The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. 2013. Retrieved 26 January 2014.
  4. ↑ "Census Info 2011 Final population totals - Erode district". Office of The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. 2013. Retrieved 26 January 2014.
  5. ↑ Decadal Variation In Population Since 1901
  6. ↑ "NPR Report: Tamil Nadu: Erode". National Population Register, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. 2011. Archived from the original on 28 April 2013.
  7. ↑ "Kodumudi, Modakurichi and Thalavadi taluks take off". The Hindu. Retrieved 17 December 2016.
  8. ↑ "Anthiyur becomes separate taluk in Erode district". The Hindu. 22 November 2012. Retrieved 7 July 2013.
  9. ↑ "List of Municipalities". Government of Tamil Nadu. Archived from the original on 28 September 2012. Retrieved 8 May 2016.
  10. ↑ "Agriculture in Tamil Nadu" (PDF). Government of Tamil Nadu. Retrieved 25 January 2016.
  11. ↑ "Erode Manjal (Erode Turmeric)". Geographical Indications Registry. Retrieved 12 July 2020.
  12. ↑ "Erode Turmeric gets GI tag".
  13. ↑ "The changing industrial landscape of Erode". The Hindu. 8 February 2008. Retrieved 8 May 2016.
  14. ↑ "REGISTRATION DETAILS OF GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS" (PDF). Intellectual Property India | Government of India. 25 October 2017. Archived (PDF) from the original on 27 January 2018. Retrieved 7 July 2019.

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