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'''Rasipuram''' is a town in the [[India]]n [[States and territories of India|state]] of [[Tamil Nadu]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://tamilnadu.com/villages/rasipuram.html |title=Rasipuram Tamilnadu|publisher= Tamilnadu.com|date=30 November 2012}}</ref> It is the headquarters for the [[Rasipuram taluk]]. As of 2015, the town had a population of 88,584 and an area of {{convert|24|km2|abbr=on}}. It has 27 wards and steps have been taken to increase the wards to 33.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.namakkal.tn.nic.in/delimition.html#mun}}</ref> Rasipuram is known for [[ghee]] and tapioca sago.
'''Rasipuram''' is a [[Municipality]] in the [[India]]n [[States and territories of India|state]] of [[Tamil Nadu]] and suburb of city of [[Salem, Tamil Nadu|Salem]] located in [[Namakkal district|Namakkal District]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://tamilnadu.com/villages/rasipuram.html |title=Rasipuram Tamilnadu|publisher= Tamilnadu.com|date=30 November 2012}}</ref> It is the headquarters for the [[Rasipuram taluk]]. As of 2015, the town had a population of 88,584 and an area of {{convert|24|km2|abbr=on}}. It has 27 wards and steps have been taken to increase the wards to 33.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.namakkal.tn.nic.in/delimition.html#mun |url-status=unfit |archive-date=Jan 7, 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180107070428/https://www.namakkal.tn.nic.in/delimition.html#mun |title=Municipalities |language=en |access-date=17 August 2023}}</ref> Rasipuram is known for [[ghee]] and tapioca [[sago]].


==History==
==History==
Rasipuram dates to the 1st century AD. The town's name is derived from 'Rajapuram' which literally means 'King's Town'.
Rasipuram dates to the 1st century AD. The town's name is derived from 'Rajapuram' which literally means 'King's Town'.{{cn|date=November 2023}}


The county (''Nagaratchi'') of Rasipuram was formerly under the jurisdiction of the Salem District (''Managaratchi'') and was later governed by the Namakkal District range.
The county (''Nagaratchi'') of Rasipuram was formerly under the jurisdiction of the Salem District (''Managaratchi'') and was later governed by the Namakkal District range.


Rasipuram is also known for its [[Lord Shiva]] temple, said to have been constructed by King [[Valvil Ori]]<ref>https://www.visittemples.com/hindu/arulmigukailasanathartemplerasipuramnamakkaldistricttamilnadu</ref> in the 1st or 2nd century.<ref>https://www.visittemples.com/hindu/arulmigukailasanathartemplerasipuramnamakkaldistricttamilnadu</ref>{{Citation needed|date=August 2021}}
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The town is known for weaving silk sarees (Rasipuram silks). These iconic woven silk sarees and ''dhotis'' are traded and exported to neighbouring countries.

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The second popular thing in this town is the pure home made ghee. This fresh quality [https://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/food/the-legend-of-the-ghee-from-rasipuram/article21207025.ece Ghee] produced in Rasipuram carry its iconic taste.

Rasipuram is also known for its [[Lord Shiva]] temple, said to have been constructed by King [[Valvil Ori]] in the 1st or 2nd century. It is believed that the temple possesses a secret path to the Arapallishwarar (Lord Shiva temple) at the top of Kolli hills, which is known for medicinal herbal plants and natural honey.


==Demographics==
==Demographics==
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According to the [[2011 census of India|2011 census]], Rasipuram had a population of 50,244 across a total of 13,104 households.
According to the [[2011 census of India|2011 census]], Rasipuram had a population of 50,244 across a total of 13,104 households.


The city had a higher ratio of female to male than the national average (1,077 females to every 1,000 males, national average 929)<ref name="dashboard">{{cite web|title=Census Info 2011 Final population totals|url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/2011census/censusinfodashboard/index.html|publisher=Office of The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India|year=2013|access-date=26 January 2014}}</ref> and higher literacy than the national average (77.71% in Rasipuram compared to national average of 72.99%<ref name="dashboard" />).
The city had a higher ratio of females to males than the national average (1,077 females to every 1,000 males, national average 929)<ref name="dashboard">{{cite web|title=Census Info 2011 Final population totals|url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/2011census/censusinfodashboard/index.html|publisher=Office of The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India|year=2013|access-date=26 January 2014}}</ref> and higher literacy than the national average (77.71% in Rasipuram compared to national average of 72.99%<ref name="dashboard" />).


4,168 people (12.05%) were under the age of six (2,183 male, 1,985 female) at the time of survey and [[Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes]] accounted for 12.3% and .53% of the population, respectively.
4,168 people (12.05%) were under the age of six (2,183 male, 1,985 female) at the time of survey and [[Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes]] accounted for 12.3% and .53% of the population, respectively.


There were a total of 20,138 workers, comprising 334 cultivators, 722 main agricultural labourers, 2,019 in household industries, 16,120 other workers, 943 marginal workers, 17 marginal cultivators, 31 marginal agricultural labourers, 84 marginal workers in household industries and 811 other marginal workers.<ref name="2011census">{{cite web|title=Census Info 2011 Final population totals - Rasipuram|url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/pca/SearchDetails.aspx?Id=687991|publisher=Office of The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India|year=2013|access-date=26 January 2014}}</ref>
There were a total of 20,138 workers, comprising 334 cultivators, 722 main agricultural labourers, 2,019 in household industries, 16,120 other workers, 943 marginal workers, 17 marginal cultivators, 31 marginal agricultural labourers, 84 marginal workers in household industries and 811 other marginal workers.<ref name="2011census">{{cite web|title=Census Info 2011 Final population totals - Rasipuram|url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/pca/SearchDetails.aspx?Id=687991|publisher=Office of The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India|year=2013|access-date=26 January 2014}}</ref>


As per the religious census of 2011, Rasipuram had 92.13% [[Hindus]], 6.02% [[Muslims]], 1.79% [[Christians]], 0.01% [[Sikhs]], 0.01% [[Buddhists]], 0.0% [[Jainism|Jains]], 0.04% following other religions and 0.0% following no religion or did not indicate any religious preference.<ref name="religion2011">{{cite web|title=Population By Religious Community - Tamil Nadu|year=2011|url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/2011census/C-01.html|format=XLS|publisher=Office of The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India|access-date=13 September 2015}}</ref>
As per the religious census of 2011, Rasipuram had 92.13% [[Hindus]], 6.02% [[Muslims]], 1.79% [[Christians]], 0.01% [[Sikhs]], 0.01% [[Buddhists]], 0.0% [[Jainism|Jains]], 0.04% following other religions and 0.0% following no religion or did not indicate any religious preference.<ref name="religion2011">{{cite web|title=Population By Religious Community - Tamil Nadu|year=2011|url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/2011census/C-01.html|format=XLS|publisher=Office of The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India|access-date=13 September 2015}}</ref>
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==Culture==
==Culture==
A festival named after the legendary king [[Valvil Ori]] is celebrated to highlight the indigenous traditions, culture and values of the tribal people living in the hills. Nithya sumagali Mariamman temple festival which is celebrated in the Tamil month of Aippasi
A festival named after the legendary king [[Valvil Ori]] is celebrated to highlight the indigenous traditions, culture and values of the tribal people living in the hills. Nithya sumagali Mariamman temple festival which is celebrated in the Tamil month of Aippasi.{{cn|date=November 2023}}


Also 63 Nayanmars festival is celebrated grandly every year.
Also 63 Nayanmars festival is celebrated grandly every year.


A mini town called R.Puduppati is located inside Rasipuram Taluk. Where the Thulukka sudamani amman temple is present. Every year, last wednesday of panguni month is celebrated as a Thear Thiruvizha on this temple. On that day many people from around the world visit this temple.
A mini town called R.Puduppati is located inside Rasipuram Taluk. Where the Thulukka sudamani{{Verify spelling|reason=Sudamani?|date=November 2022}} amman temple is present. Every year, last Wednesday of panguni month is celebrated as a Thear Thiruvizha on this temple.

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==Politics==
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[[Rasipuram Assembly constituency|Rasipuram]] is a state assembly constituency. Dr. Madhivendhan serves as MLA of [[Rasipuram Assembly constituency|Rasipuram Constituency. Rasipuram Constituency]] is removed from the latest alignments and joined with [[Namakkal Lok Sabha constituency|Namakkal Lok sabha Constituency.]]<ref>{{cite web
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|publisher = Election Commission of India
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It is a part of the [[Rasipuram (Lok Sabha constituency)]].

==Economy==
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The town is known for weaving silk sarees (Rasipuram silks). These iconic woven silk sarees and ''dhotis'' are traded and exported.

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The second popular thing in this town is the pure home made ghee.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Nainar |first1=Nahla |title=An aroma of nostalgia: on ghee from Rasipuram |url=https://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/food/the-legend-of-the-ghee-from-rasipuram/article21207025.ece |access-date=28 August 2021 |work=The Hindu |date=30 November 2017 |language=en-IN}}</ref>


==Transportation==
==Transportation==
===Road===
===Road===
Rasipuram is located on highway NH7 which connects [[Salem, Tamil Nadu|Salem]] and [[Namakkal]]. Rasipuram town has two bus stands (i.e. old and new bus stand). New bus stand serves buses to [[Vennandur]], [[Coimbatore]], [[Namakkal]], [[Salem, Tamil Nadu|Salem]], [[Attur]], [[Kallakurichi]], [[Karur]], [[Erode]], [[Tiruchengode]], [[Chennai]], [[Bangalore]], [[Mettur]], [[Palani]], [[Bhavani]], [[Sankari]], [[Trichy]], [[Edappadi]], [[Komarapalayam]], [[Paramathi Velur (Namakkal district)|Paramathi Velur]], and [[Thuraiyur]].
Rasipuram is located on highway NH7 which connects [[Salem, Tamil Nadu|Salem]] and [[Namakkal]]. Rasipuram town has two bus stands (i.e. old and new bus stand). New bus stand serves buses to [[Vennandur]], [[Coimbatore]], [[Namakkal]], [[Salem, Tamil Nadu|Salem]], [[Attur]], [[Kallakurichi]], [[Karur]], [[Erode]], [[Tiruchengode]], [[Chennai]], [[Bangalore]], [[Mettur]], [[Palani]], [[Bhavani]], [[Sankari]], [[Trichy]], [[Edappadi]], [[Komarapalayam]], [[Paramathi Velur (Namakkal district)|Paramathi Velur]], and [[Senthamangalam]].{{cn|date=November 2023}}


Andagalur gate, located on NH 7, is a stop for all Mofussil buses which skip Rasipuram town.
Andagalur gate, located on NH 7, is a stop for all Mofussil buses which skip Rasipuram town.


SH79 (Attur–Mallikkarai–Rasipuram–Tiruchengode–Erode Road) and SH95 (Mohanur–Namakkal–Sendamangalam–Rasipuram Road) are the two state highways which connect to the town.
SH79 (Attur–Mallikkarai–Rasipuram–Tiruchengode–Erode Road) and SH95 (Mohanur–Namakkal–Sendamangalam–Rasipuram Road) are the two state highways which connect to the town.{{cn|date=November 2023}}


===Railway===
===Railway===
[[File:Rasipuram Railway station.jpg|thumb|200px|Rasipuram Railway station]]
[[File:Rasipuram Railway station.jpg|thumb|200px|Rasipuram Railway station]]
The town is located on a new broad-gauge line,<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.hindu.com/2011/03/31/stories/2011033161881000.htm | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110403035950/http://www.hindu.com/2011/03/31/stories/2011033161881000.htm | url-status=dead | archive-date=3 April 2011 | location=Chennai, India | work=[[The Hindu]] | title=At last, train engine enters Namakkal | date=31 March 2011}}</ref> opened in May 2013, which connects Salem and [[Karur]]. The [[Rasipuram Railway Station]] (RASP) is connected to major cities in South India, with daily express trains from [[Chennai Central]], [[Bangalore]], [[Salem, Tamil Nadu|Salem]], [[Madurai]], [[Nagercoil]], [[Tirunelveli]] and [[Palani]] and weekly express trains from [[Hyderabad]] and [[Jabalpur]].
The town is located on a new broad-gauge line,<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.hindu.com/2011/03/31/stories/2011033161881000.htm | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110403035950/http://www.hindu.com/2011/03/31/stories/2011033161881000.htm | url-status=dead | archive-date=3 April 2011 | location=Chennai, India | work=[[The Hindu]] | title=At last, train engine enters Namakkal | date=31 March 2011}}</ref> opened in May 2013, which connects Salem and [[Karur]]. The [[Rasipuram Railway Station]] (RASP) is connected to major cities in South India, with daily express trains from [[Chennai Central]], [[Bangalore]], [[Salem, Tamil Nadu|Salem]], [[Madurai]], [[Nagercoil]], [[Tirunelveli]] and [[Palani]] and weekly express trains from [[Hyderabad]] and [[Jabalpur]].{{cn|date=November 2023}}


===Airport===
===Airport===
The nearest airport is [[Salem Airport (India)|Salem Airport]] which is {{convert|37|km}} north of the town.
The nearest airport is [[Salem Airport (India)|Salem Airport]] which is {{convert|37|km}} north of the town.

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==Politics==
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Rasipuram is a state assembly constituency. Dr. Madhivendhan serves as MLA of Rasipuram Constituency. Rasipuram Constituency is removed from the latest alignments and joined with Namakkal Lok sabha Constituency.<ref>{{cite web
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|url = http://archive.eci.gov.in/se2001/background/S22/TN_ACPC.pdf
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|title = List of Parliamentary and Assembly Constituencies
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|access-date = 2008-10-09
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|work = Tamil Nadu
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|publisher = Election Commission of India
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|url-status = dead
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==See also==
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* [[Rasipuram (Lok Sabha constituency)]]


==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20080615051803/http://municipality.tn.gov.in/Rasipuram/index.html Rasipuram municipality website]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20080615051803/http://municipality.tn.gov.in/Rasipuram/index.html Rasipuram municipality website]



{{Municipalities of Tamil Nadu}}
{{Municipalities of Tamil Nadu}}

Latest revision as of 05:37, 10 October 2024

For other places with same/similar name, see Rasipuram (disambiguation).
Rasipuram
Municipality
Nickname: 
Rajakkalpuram
Rasipuram is located in Salem
Rasipuram
Rasipuram
Location in Salem, India
Rasipuram is located in Tamil Nadu
Rasipuram
Rasipuram
Rasipuram (Tamil Nadu)
Rasipuram is located in India
Rasipuram
Rasipuram
Rasipuram (India)
Coordinates: 11°27′42″N 78°11′27″E / 11.4618°N 78.1909°E / 11.4618; 78.1909
CountryIndia
StateTamil Nadu
DistrictNamakkal 637408
Government
 • TypeFirst Grade Municipality
 • BodyRasipuram Municipality
Elevation
246 m (807 ft)
Population
 (2015)
 • Total
88,584
Languages
 • OfficialTamil
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
Vehicle registrationTN-28,88

Rasipuram is a Municipality in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and suburb of city of Salem located in Namakkal District.[1] It is the headquarters for the Rasipuram taluk. As of 2015, the town had a population of 88,584 and an area of 24 km2 (9.3 sq mi). It has 27 wards and steps have been taken to increase the wards to 33.[2] Rasipuram is known for ghee and tapioca sago.

History

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Rasipuram dates to the 1st century AD. The town's name is derived from 'Rajapuram' which literally means 'King's Town'.[citation needed]

The county (Nagaratchi) of Rasipuram was formerly under the jurisdiction of the Salem District (Managaratchi) and was later governed by the Namakkal District range.

Rasipuram is also known for its Lord Shiva temple, said to have been constructed by King Valvil Ori[3] in the 1st or 2nd century.[4][citation needed]

Demographics

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Religious census
Religion Percent(%)
Hindu
 
 92.13%
Muslim
 
 6.02%
Christian
 
 1.79%
Sikh
 
 0.01%
Buddhist
 
 0.01%
Jain
 
 0.0%
Other
 
 0.04%
No religion
 
 0.0%

According to the 2011 census, Rasipuram had a population of 50,244 across a total of 13,104 households.

The city had a higher ratio of females to males than the national average (1,077 females to every 1,000 males, national average 929)[5] and higher literacy than the national average (77.71% in Rasipuram compared to national average of 72.99%[5]).

4,168 people (12.05%) were under the age of six (2,183 male, 1,985 female) at the time of survey and Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes accounted for 12.3% and .53% of the population, respectively.

There were a total of 20,138 workers, comprising 334 cultivators, 722 main agricultural labourers, 2,019 in household industries, 16,120 other workers, 943 marginal workers, 17 marginal cultivators, 31 marginal agricultural labourers, 84 marginal workers in household industries and 811 other marginal workers.[6]

As per the religious census of 2011, Rasipuram had 92.13% Hindus, 6.02% Muslims, 1.79% Christians, 0.01% Sikhs, 0.01% Buddhists, 0.0% Jains, 0.04% following other religions and 0.0% following no religion or did not indicate any religious preference.[7]

Geography

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Kollihills Valley

Rasipuram is located at 11°28′N 78°10′E / 11.47°N 78.17°E / 11.47; 78.17.[8] It has an average elevation of 246 metres (807 feet). Kolli Hills is located exactly 54 kilometres (34 mi) from Rasipuram. A lot of medicinal plants and fruit varieties like jackfruit, pineapple and banana are available.

Culture

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A festival named after the legendary king Valvil Ori is celebrated to highlight the indigenous traditions, culture and values of the tribal people living in the hills. Nithya sumagali Mariamman temple festival which is celebrated in the Tamil month of Aippasi.[citation needed]

Also 63 Nayanmars festival is celebrated grandly every year.

A mini town called R.Puduppati is located inside Rasipuram Taluk. Where the Thulukka sudamani[spelling?] amman temple is present. Every year, last Wednesday of panguni month is celebrated as a Thear Thiruvizha on this temple.

Politics

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Rasipuram is a state assembly constituency. Dr. Madhivendhan serves as MLA of Rasipuram Constituency. Rasipuram Constituency is removed from the latest alignments and joined with Namakkal Lok sabha Constituency.[9]

It is a part of the Rasipuram (Lok Sabha constituency).

Economy

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The town is known for weaving silk sarees (Rasipuram silks). These iconic woven silk sarees and dhotis are traded and exported.

The second popular thing in this town is the pure home made ghee.[10]

Transportation

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Road

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Rasipuram is located on highway NH7 which connects Salem and Namakkal. Rasipuram town has two bus stands (i.e. old and new bus stand). New bus stand serves buses to Vennandur, Coimbatore, Namakkal, Salem, Attur, Kallakurichi, Karur, Erode, Tiruchengode, Chennai, Bangalore, Mettur, Palani, Bhavani, Sankari, Trichy, Edappadi, Komarapalayam, Paramathi Velur, and Senthamangalam.[citation needed]

Andagalur gate, located on NH 7, is a stop for all Mofussil buses which skip Rasipuram town.

SH79 (Attur–Mallikkarai–Rasipuram–Tiruchengode–Erode Road) and SH95 (Mohanur–Namakkal–Sendamangalam–Rasipuram Road) are the two state highways which connect to the town.[citation needed]

Railway

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Rasipuram Railway station

The town is located on a new broad-gauge line,[11] opened in May 2013, which connects Salem and Karur. The Rasipuram Railway Station (RASP) is connected to major cities in South India, with daily express trains from Chennai Central, Bangalore, Salem, Madurai, Nagercoil, Tirunelveli and Palani and weekly express trains from Hyderabad and Jabalpur.[citation needed]

Airport

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The nearest airport is Salem Airport which is 37 kilometres (23 mi) north of the town.

References

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  2. ^ "Municipalities". Archived from the original on 7 January 2018. Retrieved 17 August 2023.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unfit URL (link)
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  5. ^ a b "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.
  6. ^ "Census Info 2011 Final population totals - Rasipuram". Office of The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. 2013. Retrieved 26 January 2014.
  7. ^ "Population By Religious Community - Tamil Nadu" (XLS). Office of The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. 2011. Retrieved 13 September 2015.
  8. ^ "Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Rasipuram". Fallingrain.com. Retrieved 9 November 2011.
  9. ^ "List of Parliamentary and Assembly Constituencies" (PDF). Tamil Nadu. Election Commission of India. Archived from the original (PDF) on 4 May 2006. Retrieved 9 October 2008.
  10. ^ Nainar, Nahla (30 November 2017). "An aroma of nostalgia: on ghee from Rasipuram". The Hindu. Retrieved 28 August 2021.
  11. ^ "At last, train engine enters Namakkal". The Hindu. Chennai, India. 31 March 2011. Archived from the original on 3 April 2011.
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