Paramathi-Velur taluk

Paramathi Velur is a town in the Namakkal district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

Historic Kaveri Bridge, which connects the Namakkal and Karur districts, is the popular landmark of the town. This bridge was constructed after much wrangling between the stalwarts of Mohanur and Velur on the best location. The efforts of Shri Easwara Iyer, Shri Kuppayandi Pillai and Shri Subramaniya Kandar ensured that the bridge across the Cauvery River got located at Velur. The bridge was opened for traffic in 1952 by Sri Rajagopalachari (former Governor General of India) in the presence of Sri Bhakthavthsalam, who was Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu during that period. Now another bridge was also constructed adjacent to the old one, The longest road in INDIA is NH-7 which also passes through paramathi velur.

The town consists of mainly irrigated fields. Agriculture is the major occupation of the people. Paddy, sugarcane, banana, coconut trees, turmeric and the Beetle Vine plantation are major crops cultivated.A Village called Pillikalpalayam which has Tamil Nadu's Second largest Jaggery(Vellam,Sweet prepared from sugarcane juice) Gudown. The town is known for its Karpoora Pan leaf, which is exported to major states in North India. A special fluffy bread called Bun Parotta is one of the most relished food served in the hotels of this area. Non-vegetarians would love to try the special duck curry, which is known for its flavor and taste, and is mostly served in the hotels of this area.

The Velur town is adorned with a few ancient temples such as the Kasi Viswanathar Temple, Mariaman Temples, Bhagavathi amman temple, Pancha Mugha Vinayagar (5 faced vinayagar) temple and few more. The temple festivals are celebrated with vigor. The ceremonies are spread over a fortnight that always ends with a massive dose of feasting and Keda Vettu. Nanjai Edaiyar Mariamman Temple is one of the famous temples, it situated 3 km east from the town. Kabilar Malai Thandayuthapani Swamy Temple is another one, here Thai Poosam festival is conducted very grandly; on that day a lot of Kavadis were taken around the taluk. It is situated 8 km west from the town. Priyathankara Devi Temple and various temples are located here. Adi 18th, is celebrated at the Cauvery river bank with the release of Agal vilakku into the river. This event is watched over by a lot of people at sunset on Adi 18th.

'Sri Kandaswamy Kandar Educational and Charitable Institutions, one of the earliest philanthropic Institution of Madras State, established more than a 100 years ago by Vallal Sri Sankara Kandasamy Kandar of Nanjai Edaiyar, is situated in Velur. This Institutions have been providing valuable education to the students in the around districts.

Lord Anjaneyar Temple

Namakkal is famous for a more than life-size Hanuman (Anjaneynar) Statue carved out of a single stone. The city lies at the foot of a huge rock, upon which there is a fort. The name Namakkal immediately brings to mind ‘Namakkal Anjaneyar’ – the temple of Hanuman at Namakkal. The idol of Hanuman is approximately 18 feet in height, and stands under open sky. Opposite to the Hanuman is a temple of Narasimha.

Namagiri Lakshmi Narasimhaswami Temple

The principal deity worshiped here is a beautiful carved Trimurti of Lord Vishnu in the form of Sri Narasimha Swami. The beautiful murti and the ancient cave temple are carved out of an imposing hill. There is a separate shrine for Goddess Namagiri Lakshmi.

The Kolli Hills are featured in several works of classical Tamil literature such as Silappathigaram, Manimekalai, Purananuru and Ainkurnuru. The region was ruled by Valvil Ori around 200 AD, who is praised as one of the seven great philanthropists of ancient Tamil Nadu. His valor and marksmanship are sung by several poets, and his exploits are a popular part of folklore. Ori is said to have killed a lion, bear, deer and a boar with a single arrow.

The jackfruit grown on these mountains is known for its taste and fragrance and is often soaked in wild honey that is also harvested from these mountains. The mountains are covered by lush green vegetation in the spring and monsoon, and are streaked with streams which add to the natural beauty. There are three reserved forests that are controlled by the Government of Tamil Nadu, namely Ariyur Solai, Kundur Nadu, Pulianjolai It is not correct to regard the name Kolli Hills as being due to the incidence of deadly diseases such as malaria! It is because early literature records the existence of an image called kollippavai on top of these hills. This image was believed to represent the spirit of a maiden who lured wayfarers by her beauty and then killed them. The mountain is a site of pilgrimage, because of the Arapaleeswarar Temple, which is believed to have a secret path to the Shiva temple in Rasipuram. This Shiva temple is said to have been built by Valvil Ori in the 1st or 2nd century when he ruled this area. "Arappaleeswara sathakam" is the poem which praises the Lord Arappaleeswarar. It is believed that this temple existed during the Sangam period itself.

Tourism: Kolli Hills has to be explored in a leisure space. Kolli Hills has been the top choice for nature lovers, hiking enthusiasts, trekking clubs and meditation practitioners among hill stations in Tamil Nadu. In comparison to other hill stations in Tamil Nadu, Kolli Hills is not commercialized, less polluted and offers unique mountain ranges.

Some of the famous spots are:

• Anjaneyar temple.
• Narasimar temple
• Tipu sultan fort.
• Sri Naavaladiyan( karupanna samy) temple. Mohanur.
• pon kaliamman Temple (Koonur - Kandampalayam).
• Periyasamy Temple (Muthugapatti)
• Eshwaran temple(Vallipuram)
• Arungiri Malai(Arunagiri Hills) - Famous Murugan Temple
• Agaya Gangai Waterfalls
• Pancha Muga Vinayagar Temple(Velur)
• Sri Naavaladiyan Temple(Mohanur)
• Sri Pudhu Vengaraiamman temple(Kallipalayam,Kolakkatupudhur).
• Siddhar caves
• Mini Falls
• Arappaleeswar Temple
• Ettukai Amman Temple KEERAMBUR
• Masi Periyasamy Temple and falls
• Selur View Point
• Boat House
• Botanical Garden
• Seekuparai viewpoint
• Sandana Parai
• German swami's ashram
• Puranikadu Sat Dharma sangam ashram
• Jaderpalayam Check Dam, Jaderpalayam
• Eshwaran Temple, Mavuretty

Activities for the Kolli Hills:

• Trekking
• Nature Walk
• Rock Climbing
• Rappelling
• Bird watching
• cave exploration
• star gazing
• Camp fire
• Botanical garden
• Watching local folklore/Folk dance with campfire.

Some of the famous temples:

• Namakkal Anjaneyar temple
• Namakkal sri lakshmi narashimar temple
• Namakkal sri Renganathar Temple
• Lord murugar temple Belukurichi which is 25 km from namakkal
• Palapattarai Mariyamman Temple near bus stand
• Nainaa malai varutharaja perumall temple kalappanaicken patty
• Paramathi people.

Demographics

According to the 2011 census, the taluk of Paramathi-Velur had a population of 210,148 with 105,097 males and 105,051 females. There were 1000 women for every 1000 men. The taluk had a literacy rate of 68.46. Child population in the age group below 6 was 8,258 Males and 7,543 Females.

Colleges

Kandaswmy Kandars Arts College (One of the early colleges in Tamil Nadu outside Chennai)

• Selvamm Arts and Science College,Papinayakkanpatti,Namakkal.
• K. S. Rangasamy College of Technology, Tiruchengode.
• Sengunthar College of Engineering, Tiruchengode.
• Sengunthar Arts & Science College, Tiruchengode.
• K.S.R college of engineering, Tiruchengode.
• C.M.S Educational Trust
• J.K.K.Nattraja College of Engineering & Technology, Komarapalayam
• Annai Mathammal Sheela Engineering College, Namakkal
• P.G.P. College of Arts and Science, Namakkal
• P.G.P. College of Engineering and Technology, Namakkal
• Paavai Engineering College, Namakkal
• Vivekanadha College of Engineering for Women, Elyampalayam
• Vivekananda College of Arts and Sciences, Elyampalayam
• The Spectrum Academy, Namakkal

Schools

• Kandasami Kandar Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Velur
• Government Higher Secondary School, Palappatti
• P.U.E. School, Chinna Karasapalayam
• Malar Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Paramathi
• The Green Park Higher Secondary School, Namakkal
• Kongu Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Velur.
• Government boys Higher Secondary School, paramathi.
• Kandasamy kandar boys higher secondary school , Velur
• Kandasamy kandar girls higher secondary school , Velur
• Kandasamy Kandar Elementary school , Velur
• Vivekananda matriculation higher secondary school, Pandamangalam
• Malar matriculation higher secondary school , Paramathi