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Cheranmahadevi
Cheranmahadevi, Nathampuja shethram,
Nigaril Shozhasathurvedi mangalam |
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town
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Sermadevi
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 Cheranmahadevi
Location in Tamil Nadu
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| Country |  India |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| District | Tirunelveli |
| Named for | Temples |
| Elevation | 63 m (207 ft) |
| Population
(2001)
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| • Total | 16,320 |
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| • Official | Tamil |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN |
627414
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| Telephone code | 04634 |
Cheranmahadevi is a small town in the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India. It's known as a panchayat town, which means it's governed by a local council. This historic place is located near the Thamirabarani River, making it a green and fertile area.
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What's in a Name?
The name Cheranmahadevi is made up of three words: "Cheran," "Maha," and "Devi." It means "Cheran's daughter Devi." This name tells us a bit about its history!
Where is Cheranmahadevi?
Cheranmahadevi is located right on the banks of the Thamirabarani River. It is about 15 kilometers (9 miles) west of Tirunelveli. The town is also nestled near the foothills of a small mountain called Kozhundana Malai.
The Kannadian Canal
The Kannadian canal is a special waterway here. It was the first canal built along the Thamirabarani River. This canal helps bring water to the farms.
Who Lives in Cheranmahadevi?
According to a 2001 census, Cheranmahadevi had a population of 16,320 people. About 49% of the people were males, and 51% were females.
Education in Cheranmahadevi
The town has a good literacy rate of 77%. This is higher than the average for India. For males, the literacy rate was 83%, and for females, it was 71%. About 9% of the town's population was under six years old.
What People Do for a Living
Most people in Cheranmahadevi work in agriculture. The town is surrounded by many green paddy fields, where rice is grown.
Ancient Temples and Nature
Cheranmahadevi is home to the Ramaswamy Temple, which is over 1000 years old. The road leading to the river is lined with beautiful Marutham trees. On the other side of town, there's a small hill called Kozhundana malai. You can find two Murugan temples on both sides of this hill. These temples are more than 300 years old!
Culture and History
The Bhaktavatsala Vishnu temple is a very important historical site. It has amazing carvings from the time of the Chola and Pandiya kings. This temple was built between 1012 and 1044. People visit this temple to worship and take part in special rituals, especially in December.
Getting Around Cheranmahadevi
Cheranmahadevi is well-connected to other cities like Tirunelveli, Nagerkoil, and Tenkasi. You can travel by bus or train.
By Air
The closest airports are Trivandrum and Madurai. Both are about 150 kilometers (93 miles) away.
By Rail
The town has train connections to major cities like Chennai, Tenkasi, and Tirunelveli.
By Road
Cheranmahadevi is about 20 kilometers (12 miles) from Tirunelveli by road. Buses from Cheranmahadevi can take you to nearby towns such as Ambasamudram, Papanasam, Kalakkad, Tenkasi, Valliyur, and Nagercoil.
See also
In Spanish: Cheranmadevi para niños
