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Mayiladuthurai (formerly known as Mayavaram or Mayuram) is a Special Grade Municipality and district headquarters of
Mayiladuthurai district Mayiladuthurai District is one of the youngest districts of Tamil Nadu, having been carved out from Nagapattinam district, Nagapattinam District in 2020. Tamil Nadu has 38 districts in total, and Mayiladuthurai is among them, located in the sout ...
in
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, India. The town is located at a distance of from the state capital,
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. Mayiladuthurai was ruled by
Medieval Cholas The Chola Empire, which is often referred to as the Imperial Cholas, was a medieval thalassocratic empire based in southern India that was ruled by the Chola dynasty, and comprised overseas dominions, protectorates and spheres of influence ...
and subsequently ruled by various dynasties, including the
Vijayanagar Empire The Vijayanagara Empire, also known as the Karnata Kingdom, was a late medieval Hindu empire that ruled much of southern India. It was established in 1336 by the brothers Harihara I and Bukka Raya I of the Sangama dynasty, belonging to ...
,
Thanjavur Nayaks The Thanjavur Nayak dynasty (or Thanjavur Nayak kingdom) were the rulers of Thanjavur in the 15th and 17th centuries founded by Sevappa Nayaka. The Nayaks, who were Telugu Balijas,* * * * * * * * * were originally appointed as prov ...
,
Thanjavur Marathas The Thanjavur Maratha kingdom ruled by the Bhonsle dynasty was a principality of Tamil Nadu between the 17th and 19th centuries. Their native language was Thanjavur Marathi. Vyankoji Bhosale was the founder of the dynasty. Maratha conques ...
and the
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. Mayiladuthurai was a part of the erstwhile
Tanjore district Thanjavur District is one of the 38 districts of the state of Tamil Nadu, in southeastern India. Its headquarters is Thanjavur (Tanjore) . The district is located in the delta of the Cauvery River and is mostly agrarian. Geography The dis ...
until India's independence in 1947 and
Thanjavur district Thanjavur District is one of the Districts of Tamil Nadu, 38 districts of the States and territories of India, state of Tamil Nadu, in southeastern India. Its headquarters is Thanjavur (Tanjore) . The district is located in the delta of the Cauv ...
until 1991 and subsequently a part of the newly formed
Nagapattinam district Nagapattinam District is one of the 38 districts of Tamil Nadu state in southern India. Nagapattinam district was carved out by bifurcating the erstwhile composite Thanjavur district on 19 October 1991. The town of Nagapattinam is the district ...
. The town is known for agriculture and weaving. As Mayiladuthurai District is situated in East Coast, fishing plays a vital role on generating its revenue. In 2023, the district was declared as a protected agricultural zone. Mayiladuthurai is administered by a town panchayat established in 1866. As of 2008, the Panchayat covered an area of . Mayiladuthurai comes under the Mayiladuthurai assembly constituency which elects a member to the
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once every five years and it is a part of the Mayiladuthurai constituency which elects its Member of Parliament (MP) once in five years. It is well connected by road and rail transport. Mayiladuthurai serves as an important junction in main line connecting Chennai with Trichy. Roadways and Railways are the major mode of transportation to the town. The nearest airport,
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, is located from the town. Mayiladuthurai was carved out of Nagapattinam district and inaugurated as the 38th district of Tamil Nadu on December 28, 2020.


Etymology

Mayiladuthurai is due to the ancient lore in which the divine goddess Parvathi manifested herself as a peacock (''Mayil)'' to attract the attention of Lord Shiva through a miraculous dance. Mayuranathaswami Temple dedicated to the Amman is one of the most important Hindu temples in the town. There is a statue depicting goddess Amman in a
peahen Peafowl is a common name for two bird species of the genus '' Pavo'' and one species of the closely related genus ''Afropavo'' within the tribe Pavonini of the family Phasianidae (the pheasants and their allies). Male peafowl are referred to ...
form worshipping ''
lingam A lingam ( , lit. "sign, symbol or mark"), sometimes referred to as linga or Shiva linga, is an abstract or Aniconism, aniconic representation of the Hinduism, Hindu Hindu deities, god Shiva in Shaivism. The word ''lingam'' is found in the Up ...
'', an iconic symbol of
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. Ayyar 1920, p 271


History

Mayiladuthurai is of significant antiquity, its oldest extant temples dating to the time of the
Medieval Cholas The Chola Empire, which is often referred to as the Imperial Cholas, was a medieval thalassocratic empire based in southern India that was ruled by the Chola dynasty, and comprised overseas dominions, protectorates and spheres of influence ...
. The region, however, is known to have been inhabited since the 3rd millennium BC. Sherds of megalithic black and red ware have been found at Akkur, to the east of Mayiladuthurai. Archaeological Survey of India 1969, p. 23 In 2006, artifacts with Indus Valley signs dated between 2000 and 1500 BC were found at the nearby village of Sembiyankandiyur. There have been references to Mayiladuthurai in the works of the 7th century Saivite saint
Sambandar Sambandar (Tamil language, Tamil: சம்பந்தர், Romanization, romanized: ''Campantar''), also referred to as Thirugnana Sambandar (Tamil language, Tamil: திருஞானசம்பந்தர், Romanization, romanized: ...
. Swami 1939, p. 317 The
Thanjavur Nayak The Thanjavur Nayak dynasty (or Thanjavur Nayak kingdom) were the rulers of Thanjavur in the 15th and 17th centuries founded by Sevappa Nayak, Sevappa Nayaka. The Nayaks, who were Telugu people, Telugu Balija, Balijas,* * * * * * * * * ...
king
Raghunatha Nayak Raghunatha Nayak was the most powerful king of the Thanjavur Nayak Dynasty. He was the third ruler of Thanjavur, southern India, from the Nayak dynasty. He belongs to Balija caste. He ruled from 1600 to 1634 and is noted for the attainments of T ...
constructed ''mandapams'' in Mayiladuthurai. Aiyangar 1919, p. 324 During the 17th and 18th centuries AD, Mayiladuthurai was ruled by the
Thanjavur Marathas The Thanjavur Maratha kingdom ruled by the Bhonsle dynasty was a principality of Tamil Nadu between the 17th and 19th centuries. Their native language was Thanjavur Marathi. Vyankoji Bhosale was the founder of the dynasty. Maratha conques ...
. Trivedi 1971, p. 53 In 1799, Mayiladuthurai, was ceded to the
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, along with the rest of the Thanjavur Maratha kingdom, by the Thanjavur Maratha ruler
Serfoji II Serfoji II (, ) (24 September 1777 – 7 March 1832), also known as Sarabhoji II Bhonsle, was the last sovereign ruler of the Maratha principality of Thanjavur. He ruled from 1787 to 1793, and again from 1798 until his death in 1832. He was adop ...
. S. S. 1996, p. 125 Mayiladuthurai prospered under British rule emerging as an important town in Tanjore district. Carnatic musicians
Madurai Mani Iyer Madurai Mani Iyer (; 25 October 1912 – 8 June 1968) was an Indian Carnatic music singer, who was famous for his unique style. He was one of the most highly celebrated carnatic vocalists during the first half of the 20th century. He was renow ...
and
Gopalakrishna Bharathi Gopalakrishna Bharathi () (1811–1881) was a Tamil poet and a composer of Carnatic music. He composed the ''Kathakalakshepam'' () Nandanar Charitram, two other works in this genre, and many independent ''kritis''. Bharathi was a contemporary ...
and
Samuel Vedanayagam Pillai Samuel Vedanayagam Pillai (1826–1889), also known as Mayavaram Vedanayagam Pillai was an Indian civil servant, Tamil poet, novelist and social worker who is remembered for the authorship of '' Prathapa Mudaliar Charithram'' (1879), recognize ...
, who wrote the first Tamil novel '' Prathapa Mudaliar Charithram'' were connected with Mayiladuthurai while Tamil writer
Kalki Krishnamurthy Ramaswamy Krishnamurthy (9 September 1899 – 5 December 1954), better known by his pen name Kalki, was an Indian writer, journalist, poet, critic and Indian independence activist who wrote in Tamil. He chose the pen-name "Kalki", the future i ...
, M.S.Udhaya Moorthy studied at the Municipal High School in Mayiladuthurai. According to local folklore, Mayiladuthurai was associated with Hindu holy men called "Siddhars". To this day, a neighbourhood of Mayiladuthurai is called Siddharkaadu. When the Tanjore district was trifurcated in 1991, Mayiladuthurai was transferred to the newly formed
Nagapattinam district Nagapattinam District is one of the 38 districts of Tamil Nadu state in southern India. Nagapattinam district was carved out by bifurcating the erstwhile composite Thanjavur district on 19 October 1991. The town of Nagapattinam is the district ...
. Mayiladuthurai was inaugurated as the 38th district of Tamil Nadu on December 28, 2020. The district was carved out of the existing
Nagapattinam district Nagapattinam District is one of the 38 districts of Tamil Nadu state in southern India. Nagapattinam district was carved out by bifurcating the erstwhile composite Thanjavur district on 19 October 1991. The town of Nagapattinam is the district ...
and inaugurated by the Tamil Nadu Former Chief Minister K Palaniswami. The declaration was made earlier on March 24, 2020.


Geography and climate

Mayliladuthurai is situated at a distance of from Chennai and from
Tiruchirappalli Tiruchirappalli (), also known as Trichy, is a major tier II city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and the administrative headquarters of Tiruchirappalli district. The city is credited with being the best livable and the cleanest city of T ...
. K. 1974 The town is located at . Situated at a distance of from the
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coast, the town is situated at an altitude of barely above mean sea level. The
Kaveri River The Kaveri (also known as Cauvery) is a major river flowing across Southern India. It is the third largest river in the region after Godavari and Krishna. The catchment area of the Kaveri basin is estimated to be and encompasses the states o ...
runs through the town bisecting it into Uttara Mayuram and Mayuram proper. Most of the town lies to the south of the river and the Mayuranathaswami Temple lies a mile to its south. The famous
Parimala Ranganatha Perumal temple Parimala Ranganathar Perumal Temples or Tiruindaloor is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu, located in Thiruvilandur of Mayiladuthurai, a town in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is one of the ''Divya Desams'', the 108 temples of Vishnu ...
is situated at Tiruindalur, which lies North of Cauvery river. There is a bathing ghat on the Cauvery river. Agriculture is the most widely practised occupation. The climate of Mayiladuthurai is generally Tropical which features fairly hot temperatures over the year except during monsoon seasons.The average maximum temperature is 39.4 degrees Celsius while the average minimum temperature is 32.8 degrees Celsius. The average annual rainfall is 1,125 mm.


Administration and politics

It is the headquarters of the newly formed Mayiladuthurai district. The town of Mayiladuthurai is administered by a municipal council which was created in 1866 as per the Town Improvements Act 1865. The council initially had eleven members. This was increased to 18 in 1883.
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, p. 213
As of 2025, the municipality covered an area of and had a total of 36 members. The functions of the municipality is devolved into six departments: General, Engineering, Revenue, Public Health, Town planning and the Computer Wing. All these departments are under the control of a Municipal Commissioner who is the supreme executive head. The legislative powers are vested in a body of 36 members, one each from the 36 wards. The legislative body is headed by an elected Chairperson assisted by a Deputy Chairperson. Economic and political weekly 1995, p. 2396 There are a total of four revenue villages with Mayiladuthurai -
Thiruvilandur Thiruindalur is a town situated to the north of the town of Mayiladuthurai in Tamil Nadu, India. The area is also called Indalur. It is considered to be a suburb of Mayiladuthurai. The town has Parimala Ranganatha Perumal temple of lord Vishn ...
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, Nanchilnadu and Kornad. The municipality has allocated a budget of 2,183,350,000 for the year 2010–11. In 2023, Mayiladuthurai's selection grade municipality upgraded to special grade municipality. Mayiladuthurai is represented in the
Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly is the unicameral legislature of the India, Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It has a strength of 234 members, all of whom are democratically elected using the first-past-the-post system. The presiding office ...
by the Mayiladuthurai state assembly constituency seat.
Mayiladuthurai Mayiladuthurai (formerly known as Mayavaram or Mayuram) is a :ta:சிறப்பு நிலை நகராட்சிகள், Special Grade Municipality and district headquarters of Mayiladuthurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. The town ...
is a part of the
Mayiladuthurai (Lok Sabha constituency) Mayiladuthurai is a Lok Sabha (Parliament of India) constituency in Tamil Nadu. Its Tamil Nadu Parliamentary Constituency number is 28 of 39. It spreads on two districts, Mayiladuthurai and Thanjavur. History Mayiladuthurai (Lok Sabha constitu ...
. The current Member of Parliament from the constituency is
S. Ramalingam Sellaperumal Ramalingam is an Indian politician belonging to the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam.He was elected to the Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Parliament of India from Mayiladuturai (Lok Sabha constituency), Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu in the ...
of the
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party.


Utility services

Potable water is provided by the municipality. Mayiladuthurai's main source of water in the Kollidam River. A total of 7.50 MLD are pumped out every day from five water tanks located in various parts of the town. About 104 metric tonnes of solid waste is generated everyday, while 85 metric tonnes are collected from the town every day by door-to-door collection and subsequently the source segregation and dumping is carried out by the sanitary department of the municipality. There is limited underground drainage system in the town and the major sewerage system for disposal of sullage is through septic tanks, open drains and public conveniences. Urban Infrastructure Report 2008, pp. 8-9 The municipality maintains a total of of surfaced storm water drains and kutcha drains in Mayiladuthurai. The Mayiladuthurai Municipality, under the AMRUT 2.0 scheme, has launched an ₹83 crore project to improve the city's underground drainage system. The initiative involves replacing 6 km of the existing backbone sewer, setting up a 36 km sewage collection network with over 6,000 household connections, and constructing two sewage treatment plants(STPs) with capacities of 9.05 MLD and 0.44 MLD. The project is scheduled to come live by early 2026. There are five government hospitals that include a maternity and a veterinary hospital and twenty five private hospitals and clinics that take care of the health care needs of the citizens. Periyar Government District Head Quarters Hospital at Mayiladuthurai provides a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, Accident emergency care, surgery, maternity services, and outpatient consultations, serving as a primary healthcare provider for numerous villages and towns around Mayiladuthurai. A new block is being constructed to address the hospital's space constraints, with the project started in March 2023, and aiming for completion by March 2025. This new block development is expected to enhance the hospital's capacity, adding specialized medical services.


Demographics

According to 2011 census, Mayiladuthurai had a population of 85,632 with a sex-ratio of 1,045 females for every 1,000 males, much above the national average of 929. A total of 7,720 were under the age of six, constituting 3,883 males and 3,837 females. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes accounted for 5.87% and .57% of the population respectively. The average literacy of the town was 83.55%, compared to the national average of 72.99%. The town had a total of 21929 households. There were a total of 29,855 workers, comprising 321 cultivators, 707 main agricultural labourers, 734 in house hold industries, 23,004 other workers, 5,089 marginal workers, 74 marginal cultivators, 485 marginal agricultural labourers, 246 marginal workers in household industries and 4,284 other marginal workers. As of 2001, there are 26 slums in Mayiladuthurai with a total population of 32,381. The density of population is higher in the core areas along the banks of river Cauvery compared to the peripheral areas. As of 1996, a total (44.27%) of the land was used for residential, (6.11%) for commercial, (0.56%) for industrial, (1.98%) for educational, (2.16%) for public & semi public purposes and (44.92%) of agricultural area. Urban Infrastructure Report 2007, p. 5 As of 2008, there were a total of 26 notified slums, with 16,434 comprising 13% of the total population residing in those. The municipal data, however, pointed out an increase in population in slum areas. Urban Infrastructure Report 2007, p. 3
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is the major religion followed in Mayiladuthurai and
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is the major language spoken. A vast majority of the populace is engaged in
agriculture Agriculture encompasses crop and livestock production, aquaculture, and forestry for food and non-food products. Agriculture was a key factor in the rise of sedentary human civilization, whereby farming of domesticated species created ...
. About 15 percent of the total working population is engaged in trade while 25 percent is engaged in other commercial activities. As per the religious census of 2011, Mayiladuthurai had 88.69%
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, 6.38%
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, 4.19%
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, 0.04%
Sikhs Sikhs (singular Sikh: or ; , ) are an ethnoreligious group who adhere to Sikhism, a religion that originated in the late 15th century in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent, based on the revelation of Guru Nanak. The term ''Sikh'' ...
, 0.03%
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, 0.32%
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and 0.35% following other religions.


Economy


Agriculture

The economy of Mayiladuthurai is primarily agro-based. Mayiladuthurai is known for its fertile lands due to its location in the
Kaveri Delta The Kaveri (also known as Cauvery) is a Rivers of India, major river flowing across Southern India. It is the third largest river in the region after Godavari River, Godavari and Krishna River, Krishna. The catchment area of the Kaveri basin i ...
. Paddy is the main crop, which is being cultivated in more than 90% of the net agriculture area, Apart from paddy, crops such as coconuts, groundnuts, various pulses, gingelly (sesame), sugarcane, and cotton are also cultivated in the region. These agricultural products contribute significantly to the local economy and are integral to the farming practices in the area. South Indian Railway Co. Ltd. 1926, p. 52


Industries

The SIDCO Industrial Estate in Mayiladuthurai, established in 2009 on 12.56 acres, located in Kulichar, Mayiladuthurai, supports small-scale industries. It hosts 31 operational units as of 2024. It fosters local entrepreneurship with subsidies like 25% on capital and 20% on electricity for five years. Industries include biofuel, cement products, and food processing, boosting employment. Its growth reflects rising interest in agro-based ventures. Confectioneries, printing presses, vehicle manufacturing units and rice mills are the major industries in Mayiladuthurai. Industrial workers form barely 27.14 percent of the town's population.


Weaving

Mayiladuthurai is known for its traditional weaving industry, contributing to the local economy. The heritage
sari A sari (also called sharee, saree or sadi)The name of the garment in various regional languages include: * * * * * * * * * * * * * * is a drape (cloth) and a women's garment in the Indian subcontinent. It consists of an un-sti ...
''koorai pattu paduvai'' or ''Koorainadu saris'' has originated from Koorainadu or Kornad, a suburb of Mayiladuthurai. These saris are made from a blend of silk, cotton and dyed in bright colours, featuring unique chequered patterns, and are deeply rooted in Tamil culture, especially during weddings and religious ceremonies. W., p. 160


Dry fish market

Mayiladuthurai's Karuvattu Santhai (dry fish market) is one of India's oldest markets, established over a century ago. Located along the Coromandel Coast, it has been a central hub for dry fish trade, reflecting the region's rich fishing heritage. The market offers a variety of dried seafood, including shrimp, sardines, mackerel, and anchovies, contributing significantly to the local economy and culture. Despite modern challenges, Karuvattu Santhai continues to thrive, attracting buyers from across the region.


Others

The municipality operates four markets, namely a vegetable market, weekly market, farmer's market (''uzhavar santhai'') and fish market that cater to the needs of the town and the rural areas around it. There are many departmental stores in Mayiladuthurai. The only shopping complex is the Kittappa commercial complex which is maintained by the municipality. The
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, Mayuram co-operative bank have their branches located in municipal town. also the other regional banks like Kumbakonam Central Cooperative Bank and the Kumbakonam Mutual Benefit Fund have their branches in Mayiladuthurai.


Education

The first schools in Mayiladuthurai were founded by Christian missionaries in April 1819. Church Missionary Society 1825, p. 79 The Municipal High School constructed by the municipality between 1885 and 1893, was considered to be one of the premium educational institutions in the erstwhile Tanjore district. As of 2025, Mayiladuthurai is home to over 30 educational institutions, primarily offering curricula based on the Tamil Nadu State Board and CBSE. The town hosts a mix of government and private schools, including five government schools. The town also has one specialized school offering education for students with both blindness and deafness, providing tailored support to meet their unique needs. The Notable colleges in the area include A. V. C. College,
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, A.V. C. Polytechnic College,
A. R. C. Vishwanathan College ARC Viswanathan College is an arts and science college located in Mayiladuthurai in Tamil Nadu, India. Founded in 2000, it is a self-financed co-educational institution affiliated to the Bharathidasan University Bharathidasan University (B ...
, C.I.I.T. Community College,(TNOU),
Dharmapuram Adhinam Arts College Dharmapuram Adhinam Arts and Science College is a private college located at Dharmapuram near Mayiladuthurai. The college is managed by the Dharmapuram Adheenam. Dharmapuram Adhinam Arts College was established in the year 1946. It is affiliate ...
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D. G. Government Arts College for Women D. or d. may refer to, usually as an abbreviation: * Don (honorific), a form of address in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and their former overseas empires, usually given to nobles or other individuals of high social rank. * Date of death, as an abbreviati ...
, are some of the important colleges in Mayiladuthurai. Commonwealth universities yearbook 2003, p. 737 Gupta 2006, p. 123


Transport


By air

The closest is
Tiruchirappalli International Airport Tiruchirappalli International Airport is an international airport that serves Tiruchirappalli in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The airport is situated at National Highway 336, approximately south of the city center, and occupies . As of 2 ...
(TRZ), approximately 136 km (85 mi) away, offering domestic and international flights. Next is
Pondicherry Airport Pondicherry Airport is a domestic airport serving the union territory of Puducherry, India. It is located at Lawspet, situated from the international community of Auroville. The airport has scheduled flights and operations of the local flyi ...
(PNY), about 114 km (71 mi) from Mayiladuthurai, mainly serving domestic routes. For a major international hub,
Chennai International Airport Chennai International Airport is an international airport serving the city of Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu, India. It is located in Tirusulam in Chengalpattu district, in the Greater Chennai Metropolitan Area around southwest of the c ...
(MAA) lies 250 km (155 mi) away, connecting globally. Lastly,
Madurai Airport Madurai Airport is a customs airport serving Madurai and its adjoining districts in Tamil Nadu, India. It is the 40th-busiest airport in India, both in terms of passengers handled and aircraft movement. The airport is located near State Highw ...
(IXM), around 275 km (171 mi) distant, provides domestic and some international options. These airports provide convenient access to Mayiladuthurai and surrounding areas, ensuring smooth connectivity for both tourists and business travelers.


By road

The town is strategically positioned with several significant roads passing through it, including State Highways SH-22, SH-23, SH-64, SH-147, SH-149, and SH-150. These highways connect Mayiladuthurai to key neighbourhoods towns such as
Thanjavur Thanjavur (), also known as Thanjai, previously known as Tanjore, Pletcher 2010, p. 195 is a city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the 12th biggest city in Tamil Nadu. Thanjavur is an important center of southern Indian religion, art ...
,
Tiruvarur Thiruvarur () also spelt as Tiruvarur is a municipality in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the administrative headquarters of Thiruvarur district and Thiruvarur taluk. The temple chariot of the Thyagaraja temple, weighing and measuring ...
,
Kumbakonam Kumbakonam (formerly spelt as Coombaconum or Combaconum), or Kudanthai, is a city municipal corporation in the Thanjavur district in the States of India, Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is located from Thanjavur and from Chennai and is the hea ...
,
Sirkali Sirkazhi (), also spelled as Sirkali and Siyali, is a selection grade municipal town in Mayiladuthurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is located from the coast of the Bay of Bengal, and from the state capital Chennai. Sirkazhi was a part o ...
,
Chidambaram Chidambaram is a major town and municipality in Cuddalore district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, on the banks of the Vellar River where it meets the Bay of Bengal. It is the headquarters of the Chidambaram taluk. The town is believed to b ...
,
Poompuhar Poompuhar is a town in the Mayiladuthurai district in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The town, also known as Puhar, is referred to as Kaveri Poompattinam in ancient Tamil literature. It was once a flourishing ancient port city known as ...
,
Nagapattinam Nagapattinam (''nākappaṭṭinam'', previously spelt Nagapatnam or Negapatam) is a town in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and the administrative headquarters of Nagapattinam district. The town came to prominence during the period of Medieval ...
and Karaikal, respectively. In addition to the state highways, Mayiladuthurai is strategically connected to various parts of
Tamil Nadu Tamil Nadu (; , TN) is the southernmost States and union territories of India, state of India. The List of states and union territories of India by area, tenth largest Indian state by area and the List of states and union territories of Indi ...
through key national highways. National Highway 32 (NH-32) also known as the
East Coast Road East Coast Road (ECR), combination of SH-49, NH-332A, NH-32, officially known as Mutthamizh Arignar Kalaignar Road, is a two-lane highway (now being partially widened to four lanes from Chennai to Mamallapuram) in Tamil Nadu, India, built alo ...
, which begins in
Chennai Chennai, also known as Madras (List of renamed places in India#Tamil Nadu, its official name until 1996), is the capital city, capital and List of cities in Tamil Nadu by population, largest city of Tamil Nadu, the southernmost states and ...
and terminates at
Thoothukudi Thoothukudi (formerly called Tuticorin) is a port city, port industrial city in Thoothukudi district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It lies on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal. The city is capital and headquarters of the di ...
, provides vital connectivity to the region. Similarly, National Highway 36 (NH-36), extending from
Vikravandi Vikravandi is a town in Viluppuram district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Geography Vikravandi is located at . It has an average elevation of 44 metres (144 feet). The National Highway NH 132 connects Villupuram and Tindivanam, ...
to
Manamadurai Manamadurai is a Municipality Town in Sivaganga district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, Situated 58 kilometres away from the heart of Madurai on the Cochin - Dhanushkodi National Highway. It is the 4th Largest Urban Agglomeration in the Siva ...
, further enhances the transportation network in the area. Notably, NH-32 and NH-36 are interconnected by National Highway 136B, which passes through Mayiladuthurai, serving as a crucial link between these two highways. This integration significantly improves the accessibility of Mayiladuthurai, facilitating smooth travel across the state and contributing to the region's economic and infrastructural development. As of 2007, Mayiladuthurai municipality accommodated of roads: of cement roads, of bituminous roads, of WBM roads and of earthen roads. Additionally, there were of highways in the town. Urban Infrastructure Report 2007, p. 9 There are 2 bus stands currently one serving Karaikkal, Nagapattinam, Thiruvarur routes and the other principal bus stand is located on the Kumbakonam-Sirkazhi SH-64 State Highway. It has a total of 12 bus bays and rated class B as it has basic restaurant, toilet and lighting facilities.New bustand construction work started. Urban Infrastructure Report 2007, p. 10 There are regular bus services to important cities in Tamil Nadu. There are also regular services to other South Indian cities like
Chennai Chennai, also known as Madras (List of renamed places in India#Tamil Nadu, its official name until 1996), is the capital city, capital and List of cities in Tamil Nadu by population, largest city of Tamil Nadu, the southernmost states and ...
,
Coimbatore Coimbatore (Tamil: kōyamputtūr, ), also known as Kovai (), is one of the major Metropolitan cities of India, metropolitan cities in the States and union territories of India, Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is located on the banks of the Noyy ...
,
Madurai Madurai ( , , ), formerly known as Madura, is a major city in the States and union territories of India, Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the cultural capital of Tamil Nadu and the administrative headquarters of Madurai District, which is ...
,
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and
Pondicherry Pondicherry, officially known as Puducherry, is the Capital city, capital and most populous city of the Puducherry (union territory), Union Territory of Puducherry in India. The city is in the Puducherry district on the southeast coast of Indi ...
. Mayiladuthurai forms a part of the
Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation Ltd. - (TNSTC) is a government owned public transport bus operator in Tamil Nadu, India. It operates Intercity bus services to cities within Tamil Nadu, and from Tamil Nadu to its neighbouring states. It al ...
which is headquartered at
Kumbakonam Kumbakonam (formerly spelt as Coombaconum or Combaconum), or Kudanthai, is a city municipal corporation in the Thanjavur district in the States of India, Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is located from Thanjavur and from Chennai and is the hea ...
.


By rail

Mayiladuthurai Junction, a crucial railway station in Tamil Nadu, India, under the Southern Railway's Tiruchirappalli division, located on the Main line connecting the state capital Chennai with Tiruchirappali. With 5 platforms, it connects major cities like
Chennai Chennai, also known as Madras (List of renamed places in India#Tamil Nadu, its official name until 1996), is the capital city, capital and List of cities in Tamil Nadu by population, largest city of Tamil Nadu, the southernmost states and ...
,
Thanjavur Thanjavur (), also known as Thanjai, previously known as Tanjore, Pletcher 2010, p. 195 is a city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the 12th biggest city in Tamil Nadu. Thanjavur is an important center of southern Indian religion, art ...
, and
Karaikudi Karaikudi is the largest city of Sivaganga district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the centre of the Karaikudi Metropolitan Area, the 21st largest urban Agglomeration of Tamil Nadu based on 2011 census data. It is part of the area ...
, handling both passenger and freight traffic, including services to
Karaikal port Karaikal Port Private Limited (KPPL; French: ''Port de Karaikal privé limité'') a private port developed by the Chennai based MARG Limited, became operational in April, 2009. It is located on the Eastern coast of India in Karaikal around 30 ...
.The station currently manages 79 trains, with 12 originating and 12 terminating, and hosts long-distance trains like the Rameswaram Ayodhya Cantt. Express, Mannargudi Bhagat Ki Kothi SF Express, Banaras Rameswaram Weekly SF Express, Mysuru - Mayiladuthurai Mail Express, Cholan Super Fast Express, Padmini Express and Mayiladuthurai–Coimbatore Jan Shatabdi Express. There are regular express trains that connect the city with major cities in the state like
Chennai Chennai, also known as Madras (List of renamed places in India#Tamil Nadu, its official name until 1996), is the capital city, capital and List of cities in Tamil Nadu by population, largest city of Tamil Nadu, the southernmost states and ...
,
Coimbatore Coimbatore (Tamil: kōyamputtūr, ), also known as Kovai (), is one of the major Metropolitan cities of India, metropolitan cities in the States and union territories of India, Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is located on the banks of the Noyy ...
,
Madurai Madurai ( , , ), formerly known as Madura, is a major city in the States and union territories of India, Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the cultural capital of Tamil Nadu and the administrative headquarters of Madurai District, which is ...
and
Tiruchirappalli Tiruchirappalli (), also known as Trichy, is a major tier II city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and the administrative headquarters of Tiruchirappalli district. The city is credited with being the best livable and the cleanest city of T ...
. There are passenger trains that connects Mayiladuthurai with
Thanjavur Thanjavur (), also known as Thanjai, previously known as Tanjore, Pletcher 2010, p. 195 is a city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the 12th biggest city in Tamil Nadu. Thanjavur is an important center of southern Indian religion, art ...
,
Tiruchirapalli Tiruchirappalli (), also known as Trichy, is a major tier II city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and the administrative headquarters of Tiruchirappalli district. The city is credited with being the best livable and the cleanest city of Ta ...
,
Thiruvarur Thiruvarur () also spelt as Tiruvarur is a municipality in the Indian States and territories of India, state of Tamil Nadu. It is the administrative headquarters of Thiruvarur district and Thiruvarur taluk. The temple chariot of the Thyagaraja t ...
,
Karaikkal Karaikal Ammaiyar (born Punītavatī), meaning ''"The Revered Mother of Karaikal"'', is one of the three women amongst the 63 Nayanmars and one of the greatest figures of early Tamil literature. She was born in Karaikal, South India, and prob ...
,
Nagapattinam Nagapattinam (''nākappaṭṭinam'', previously spelt Nagapatnam or Negapatam) is a town in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and the administrative headquarters of Nagapattinam district. The town came to prominence during the period of Medieval ...
Chidambaram Chidambaram is a major town and municipality in Cuddalore district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, on the banks of the Vellar River where it meets the Bay of Bengal. It is the headquarters of the Chidambaram taluk. The town is believed to b ...
,
Cuddalore Cuddalore, also spelt as Kadalur (), is a heavy industries hub and a port city, and headquarters of the Cuddalore District in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Situated south of Chennai, Cuddalore was an important city and port during the Britis ...
and
Viluppuram Viluppuram, Villupuram, or Vizhuppuram () is a municipality and the administrative headquarters of Viluppuram district. Located south west of a Tiruvannamalai and north west of Cuddalore null The town serves as a major and largest railway ...
. The junction's position in the fertile Cauvery Delta region also supports agricultural transport, enhancing its relevance to the local economy. Under the
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beautification, renovation, and additional infrastructure development works are currently in progress. These initiatives are planned to be completed by the end of 2025, ensuring enhanced facilities and improved passenger experiences across the junction. On April 6, 2025, PM
Narendra Modi Narendra Damodardas Modi (born 17 September 1950) is an Indian politician who has served as the Prime Minister of India, prime minister of India since 2014. Modi was the chief minister of Gujarat from 2001 to 2014 and is the Member of Par ...
inaugurated the new Pamban Rail Bridge and launched the Tambaram-Rameswaram Express (16103/16104), a daily train enhancing connectivity via Mayiladuthurai Junction.


Culture

Mayiladuthurai has several ancient temples such as Mayuranathaswami Temple, a prominent
Shaivite Shaivism (, , ) is one of the major Hindu traditions, which worships Shiva as the supreme being. It is the second-largest Hindu sect after Vaishnavism, constituting about 385 million Hindus, found widely across South Asia (predominantly in ...
shrine and
Parimala Ranganatha Perumal Temple Parimala Ranganathar Perumal Temples or Tiruindaloor is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu, located in Thiruvilandur of Mayiladuthurai, a town in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is one of the ''Divya Desams'', the 108 temples of Vishnu ...
, a
Vaishnavite Vaishnavism () ), also called Vishnuism, is one of the major Hindu denominations, Hindu traditions, that considers Vishnu as the sole Para Brahman, supreme being leading all other Hindu deities, that is, ''Mahavishnu''. It is one of the majo ...
shrine which are located in the city. The Mayuranathaswami Temple complex was built during the time of the
Medieval Cholas The Chola Empire, which is often referred to as the Imperial Cholas, was a medieval thalassocratic empire based in southern India that was ruled by the Chola dynasty, and comprised overseas dominions, protectorates and spheres of influence ...
. The annual chariot festival at the Mayuranathaswami Temple is a major event, drawing thousands of devotees. Other important festivals celebrated at the temple are
Navarathri Navaratri () is an annual Hindu festivals, Hindu festival observed in honor of the goddess Durga, an aspect of Adi Parashakti, the supreme goddess. It spans over nine nights, first in the month of Chaitra (March/April of the Gregorian calen ...
, Adi Pooram, Avani Moolam, Karthigai Deepam and Vaikashi Brahmavotsavam A yearly dance festival called the Mayura Natyanjali is conducted within the precincts of the Mayuranathaswami Temple by the Saptasvarangal Trust during Maha Shivaratri on the pattern of the Chidambaram Natyanjali festival. Muzhukku every year in October (from the first day of Aippasi month to the first day of Karthigai month) Mudavan Muzhukku / Kadai Muzhuku/ Thula Snana is the most celebrated festival on the
Cauvery River The Kaveri (also known as Cauvery) is a major river flowing across Southern India. It is the third largest river in the region after Godavari and Krishna. The catchment area of the Kaveri basin is estimated to be and encompasses the states o ...
at the Thula Gattam. It is believed by the devotees that taking a dip in Cavery during the Thulam Snanam period is like taking a dip in the
River Ganges The Ganges ( ; in India: Ganga, ; in Bangladesh: Padma, ). "The Ganges Basin, known in India as the Ganga and in Bangladesh as the Padma, is an international which goes through India, Bangladesh, Nepal and China." is a trans-boundary riv ...
and other holy rivers. The town is also known for religious festivals like "Cauvery Pushkaram" or " Kaveri Pushkaram" (Thula festival), a celebration similar to the kumbha melas of Northern India. During the month of '' Aippasi'' ( ''Ashvina''), holy rivers such as the
Ganges The Ganges ( ; in India: Ganga, ; in Bangladesh: Padma, ). "The Ganges Basin, known in India as the Ganga and in Bangladesh as the Padma, is an international which goes through India, Bangladesh, Nepal and China." is a trans-boundary rive ...
,
Yamuna The Yamuna (; ) is the second-largest tributary river of the Ganges by discharge and the longest tributary in India. Originating from the Yamunotri Glacier at a height of about on the southwestern slopes of Bandarpunch peaks of the Low ...
, and
Saraswati Saraswati (, ), also spelled as Sarasvati, is one of the principal Devi, goddesses in Hinduism, revered as the goddess of knowledge, education, learning, arts, speech, poetry, music, purification, language and culture. Together with the godde ...
bathe in the
Cauvery River The Kaveri (also known as Cauvery) is a major river flowing across Southern India. It is the third largest river in the region after Godavari and Krishna. The catchment area of the Kaveri basin is estimated to be and encompasses the states o ...
at the ''Thula Kattam'' ( Tula
Ghat Ghat (), a term used in the Indian subcontinent, to refer to the series of steps leading down to a body of water or wharf, such as a bathing or cremation place along the banks of a river or pond, the Ghats in Varanasi, Dhobi Ghat or the Aap ...
) in Mayiladuthurai to cleanse themselves of their sins. The Vadaranyeswarar temple and Kailasanathar temple in utthara mayuram, the Tulagattam Kashivishwanathar Temple, the Padithurai Vishwanathar temple, the Aiyaarappar Temple, and the Punukeeswarar Temple at Koranad, Mayiladuthurai are another important ancient Shiva temples in Mayiladuthurai. The prominent Vaishnava temples in the town are Parimala Rangnathar Vishnu temple of lord
Vishnu Vishnu (; , , ), also known as Narayana and Hari, is one of the Hindu deities, principal deities of Hinduism. He is the supreme being within Vaishnavism, one of the major traditions within contemporary Hinduism, and the god of preservation ( ...
at
Thiruvilandur Thiruindalur is a town situated to the north of the town of Mayiladuthurai in Tamil Nadu, India. The area is also called Indalur. It is considered to be a suburb of Mayiladuthurai. The town has Parimala Ranganatha Perumal temple of lord Vishn ...
on the northern banks of the Cauvery, a Divya desam and a Pancha rangam, Ayyar 1920, p 281 Adhi Ranganathar temple and Kolikutti Vanamutti Perumal temple.


Tourist attractions

The
Navagraha temples Navagraha (Pron: nævəˈgrɑ:ə) pilgrimages are pilgrimages devoted to Navagraha—the nine (nava) major celestial bodies (Grahas) of Hindu astronomy. These temples are made of stone. These celestial bodies are named Surya (Sun), Chandra (Moon) ...
,
Poompuhar Poompuhar is a town in the Mayiladuthurai district in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The town, also known as Puhar, is referred to as Kaveri Poompattinam in ancient Tamil literature. It was once a flourishing ancient port city known as ...
, Tranquebar or
Tharangambadi Tharangambadi (), formerly Tranquebar (, ), is a town in the Mayiladuthurai district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu on the Coromandel Coast. It lies north of Karaikal, near the mouth of a distributary named Uppanar of the Kaveri River. ...
, the mangroves of
Pichavaram Pichavaram is one of the villages of Parangipettai near Chidambaram in Cuddalore District, Tamil Nadu, India. It is located between the Vellar estuary in the north and Coleroon estuary in the south. The Vellar-Coleroon estuarine complex f ...
, Tirumullaivasal, Pazhaiyar near
Sirkali Sirkazhi (), also spelled as Sirkali and Siyali, is a selection grade municipal town in Mayiladuthurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is located from the coast of the Bay of Bengal, and from the state capital Chennai. Sirkazhi was a part o ...
, not to be confused with the
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and
Karaikal Karaikal (, , Help:IPA/French, /kaʁikal/) is a port city of the Indian States and territories of India, Union Territory of Puducherry (union territory), Puducherry. It is the administrative headquarters of the Karaikal district, Karaikal Di ...
are the most prominent tourist attractions located around the town. The
Navagraha temples Navagraha (Pron: nævəˈgrɑ:ə) pilgrimages are pilgrimages devoted to Navagraha—the nine (nava) major celestial bodies (Grahas) of Hindu astronomy. These temples are made of stone. These celestial bodies are named Surya (Sun), Chandra (Moon) ...
are among the most popular pilgrimage sites and attractions of the town. Six out of nine (6/9) temples are closely located within a 30 km radius from
Mayiladuthurai Mayiladuthurai (formerly known as Mayavaram or Mayuram) is a :ta:சிறப்பு நிலை நகராட்சிகள், Special Grade Municipality and district headquarters of Mayiladuthurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. The town ...
.


Notable people

The following people are associated with Mayiladuthurai: *
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- An Indian
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, five-time
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, a two-time World Rapid Chess Champion and a two-time Chess World Cup Champion. He became the first grandmaster from India. He has been awarded with
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– Second highest civilian award awarded by
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in 2008 * Kambar - A great poet and the aurther of
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Language popularly known as ''
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.'' * Mayuram Vedhanaygam Pillai - An Indian civil servant, Tamil poet, novelist and social worker. He is remembered for the authorship of Prathapa Mudaliar Charithram, recognized as the "1st modern Tamil novel". * Kalki Krishnamoorthy - An author who wrote some of the most popular historical romances in Tamil. Historical romance novels such as
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, Sivagamiyin Sabatham written by Kalki are some of the most beloved classics of popular Tamil fiction. Kalki was the founder of Kalki magazine. * M.S. Udhayamoorthy - A
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, Udayamurthy's prominent works include Ennangal (thoughts), Unnal Mudiyum Thambi (You can, brother), née than thambi mudhal amaichar (you are the chief minister). * Nadaswaram Vidwan T.N. Rajarathinam - An Indian
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,
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''maestro'', vocalist and film actor. He was popularly known as "Nadaswara Chakravarthi" (literally, the Emperor of Nadaswaram). *
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– A prominent Carnatic vocalist, known for his contribution to classical music. *
M. K. Thyagaraja Bhagavathar Mayavaram Krishnasamy Thiyagaraja Bhagavathar (1 March 1910 – 1 November 1959), also known by his initials as M. K. T. was an Indian actor and carnatic singer. Critics and film historians acknowledge Bhagavathar as the "First superstar of Ta ...
– A legendary Indian actor, singer, and composer, famous for his roles in Tamil cinema and his contributions to music. * Sa. Kandasamy – Likely notable in literature or arts, given the context of the district's cultural history. * P. Govindasamy Pillai – Might be recognized for contributions in arts, culture, or politics. * R. D. Rajasekhar – Known in cultural or political spheres within the district. * T. Rajendar – A Tamil filmmaker, actor, and lyricist with significant influence in the Tamil film industry. * S. R. D. Vaidyanathan – Might be known for contributions in medicine, arts, or another field. * T. R. Venkatarama Sastri – Recognized for contributions in traditional arts or literature. *
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in
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.


Notes


References

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External links


Mayiladuthurai Travel Guide

Mayiladuthurai District Official Website

Mayiladuthurai Municipality Official Website


See also

Kaveri Pushkaram {{Authority control Ancient Indian cities Cities and towns in Mayiladuthurai district Hindu pilgrimage sites in India