What is special in Namakkal?
What is special in Namakkal?
Namakkal district is geographically affiliated to Kongu Nadu region. The district is famous for its large poultry industry, egg production and lorry bodybuilding industry, for which it is often referred to as “Egg City” and “Transport Hub of South India”.
What is the old name of Namakkal?
Namakkal Namagiri
Namakkal
| Namakkal Namagiri | |
|---|---|
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| District | Namakkal |
| City | Namakkal |
| Named for | Namakkal Rock in the middle of the town |
Why is egg famous in Namakkal?
Since it produces major part of Eggs sent to all over other parts of our country, and is also called “Poultry Town” as it contains quite a number of poultry Farms And also now called as “Egg City”. The name Namakkal derives from Namagiri, which is the Name of the single rock formation at the center of the town.
Who built Namakkal fort?
Ramachandra Nayakar
The fort was built by the Madurai Nayaks during the 17th century. It is reported to have been built by Ramachandra Nayakar, the Poligar of Sendamangalam, during the reign of Thirumalai Nayak. The fort was captured by the British in 1768, to be lost to Hyder Ali.
Is Namakkal rural or urban?
Namakkal District Population of Rural and Urban The district has an total area of 3,420 sq km., 300.57 sq km is urban and 3120 sq km is rural. Out of total population of Namakkal, 1,916,528 in the district, 696,125 are in urban area and 1,030,476 are in rural area.
How many people are there in Namakkal?
Namakkal District Urban/Rural 2011
| Description | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,030,476 | 696,125 |
| Male Population | 520,684 | 348,596 |
| Female Population | 509,792 | 347,529 |
| Sex Ratio | 979 | 997 |
Which river flows in Namakkal district?
The Thirumanimutharu River originates form Manjavadi village in the Shevaroy Mountain Range and flows through the Salem and Namakkal districts of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It rises in the Yercaud hills.
What is the meaning of Namakkal?
Namakkal is a town and headquarters of Namakkal district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, Which is shortly called as NMKL.
When was Namakkal district formed?
01-01-1997
Namakkal District is a newly formed district from Salem District. It is functioning from 01-01-1997.It consists of 8 Taluks namely Namakkal. Rasipuram, Tiruchengode , Paramathi Velur, KolliHills, Sendamangalam , Komarapalayam and Mohanur.
Is Namakkal in Coimbatore?
Distance Between Namakkal to Coimbatore Is 166 Kms , Duration, Driving Directions & Route Map.
What are the colleges in Namakkal?
Namakkal Kavignar Ramaligam Government Arts College for Women
Vivekanada College of engineering for Women
Namakkal/Colleges and Universities
How many villages are there in Namakkal district?
Taluk-wise List
| Sl No | Taluk | Total Villages |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Namakkal | 128 |
| 2 | Paramathi-Velur | 66 |
| 3 | Rasipuram | 117 |
| 4 | Tiruchengode | 112 |
