Gobichettipalayam facts for kids
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Gobichettipalayam
Gobi
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| Nickname(s):
Chinna Kodambakkam (Mini Kollywood)
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 Gobichettipalayam
Location in Tamil Nadu
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| Country | India |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Region | Kongu Nadu |
| District | Erode District |
| Municipality | 1949 |
| Government | |
| • Body | GMC |
| Elevation | 241 m (791 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 59,523 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Tamil |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN |
638452, 638476
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| Telephone code | 91(04285) |
| Vehicle registration | TN36 |
| Literacy | 74% |
| Lok Sabha constituency | Tiruppur |
| Vidhan Sabha constituency | Gobichettipalayam |
| Planning agency | GMC |
| Climate | Tropical climate (Köppen) |
| Avg. annual temperature | 28 °C (82 °F) |
| Avg. summer temperature | 34.3 °C (93.7 °F) |
| Avg. winter temperature | 24 °C (75 °F) |
| Website | Gobi Municipality |
Gobichettipalayam (pronounced Gobi-chet-ti-pal-ayam) is a busy town in the Erode district of Tamil Nadu, India. It's the main center for the Gobichettipalayam area. The town is located in the middle of South India, about 213 meters above sea level. It is surrounded by the beautiful Western Ghats mountains.
Gobichettipalayam is about 35 kilometers from Erode, 44 kilometers from Tiruppur, and 80 kilometers from Coimbatore. The town's economy mainly relies on farming and making textiles. It's also known as "Mini Kollywood" because many Tamil films are shot here. The town is managed by the Gobichettipalayam Municipality, which was set up in 1949. In 2011, its population was about 59,523 people.
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History of Gobichettipalayam
A long time ago, a big part of what is now Gobichettipalayam was called "Veerapandi Gramam." This old name is still used in some records. The area was once ruled by King Vēl Pāri, who was famous for being very generous. Pariyur, a temple town nearby, was named after him.
Later, the Cheras and the Vijayanagara empire ruled this region. The town got its current name from Gobi Chetti, a local leader from the Vijayanagara period. After some time, Tipu Sultan took control. When Tipu Sultan was defeated, the British took over the area and made it part of their territory.
Geography and Climate
Gobichettipalayam is located in Kongu Nadu, which is in the northwestern part of Tamil Nadu. It's about 400 kilometers southwest of Chennai. The Western Ghats mountains form a natural border for the region, creating many small hills. The Bhavani River flows through this area.
The weather in Gobichettipalayam is usually warm. It gets very hot during the summer months. The amount of rainfall can vary, but it's generally moderate to high. The town gets about 92 centimeters of rain each year. The soil around the town is mostly black loam, red loam, and red sand. This soil is very good for farming. The nearby rice fields also make the air quite humid.
| Climate data for Gobichettipalayam | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 30 (86) |
32 (90) |
35 (95) |
35 (95) |
34 (93) |
31 (88) |
30 (86) |
31 (88) |
32 (90) |
31 (88) |
29 (84) |
29 (84) |
32 (90) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 18 (64) |
19 (66) |
21 (70) |
23 (73) |
23 (73) |
22 (72) |
22 (72) |
22 (72) |
22 (72) |
22 (72) |
21 (70) |
19 (66) |
22 (72) |
| Average rainfall mm (inches) | 14 (0.6) |
12 (0.5) |
19 (0.7) |
53 (2.1) |
76 (3.0) |
38 (1.5) |
57 (2.2) |
42 (1.7) |
56 (2.2) |
153 (6.0) |
123 (4.8) |
50 (2.0) |
693 (27.3) |
| Source: Erode district collectorate | |||||||||||||
People and Culture
| Religion in Gobichettipalayam (2011) | ||||
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| Religion | Percent(%) | |||
| Hindu | 90.3% | |||
| Muslim | 7.1% | |||
| Christian | 2.5% | |||
| Other or not stated | 0.1% | |||
In 2011, Gobichettipalayam had a population of 59,523 people. There were more females (30,657) than males (28,866). For every 1,000 males, there were 1,062 females, which is higher than the national average in India. The town also has a high literacy rate of 85.2%, meaning most people can read and write.
Most people in Gobichettipalayam follow Hinduism. There are also groups of Muslims and Christians. The main language spoken is Kongu Tamil, which is a local way of speaking Tamil. English is also used for official purposes. You might also hear people speaking Malayalam, Kannada, and Telugu.
The food in Gobichettipalayam is mostly south Indian style, with rice being a main part of meals. Many local restaurants still serve food on a banana leaf, which is a traditional way. Popular dishes include Idly, dosa, vada-sambar, and biryani.
Transportation Hub
Gobichettipalayam has a good network of roads. The town is connected to other major towns and cities by important roads like State Highway 81 and State Highway 15. The Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation runs many buses from here to places all over Tamil Nadu and even to the nearby state of Karnataka.
The closest major train station is Erode Junction, about 38 kilometers away. There was a plan a long time ago, in 1915, to build a railway line connecting Mysore to Erode through Gobichettipalayam. Several surveys were done, but the plan never happened because the railway line would have to pass through the Sathyamangalam Wildlife Sanctuary.
The nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, which is about 74 kilometers from the town. This airport has regular flights to major cities in India and to international places like Sharjah, Colombo, and Singapore.
Education and Learning
Gobichettipalayam has many good schools and colleges. One famous school is Diamond Jubilee Higher Secondary School, which is over 100 years old. Even Mahatma Gandhi visited this school once! Another notable school is Shree Vidyalaya, which has a special center for students with dyslexia.
The town is also home to Gobi Arts and Science College, which is one of the oldest arts colleges in the state of Tamil Nadu. While Gobichettipalayam itself has a few colleges, its closeness to bigger cities like Coimbatore and Erode makes it a great place for students to access more educational opportunities.
Economy and Industries
The government describes Gobichettipalayam as a "Bi-functional" town. This means that its economy is based on two main things: farming and trading. About 31% of the people work in farming, and 56% work in trading and other activities. About 13% work in industries.
Farming is very important here. The main crops grown are paddy, sugarcane, plantain, tobacco, and turmeric. The area is famous for its green paddy fields, which are so beautiful that many movies are filmed here. Gobichettipalayam is also well known for growing plantains and coconuts. The government has special markets where farmers can sell their products, especially turmeric, copra (dried coconut), and bananas.
Gobichettipalayam is a major producer of silk cocoons in India. Growing mulberry plants, which silkworms eat, has become more popular recently. The government has even set up a silk research center here. In 2008, India's second automated silk reeling unit was built in the town. Many spinning mills have also opened to support the weaving and knitwear industries, helping nearby Tirupur. Newer industries like IT and BPO are also growing, with some new companies starting up in the town. Other industries include cotton textiles, motors, pumps, and parts for cars and textile machines.
Places to Visit
- Kodiveri Dam
- Pachaimalai Subramanya Swamy Temple
- Pariyur Kondathu Kaliamman Temple
- Gunderipallam Dam
- Perumpallam Dam
Notable People
- G. S. Lakshman Iyer, a freedom fighter and helper of people.
- K. S. Ramaswamy Gounder, a freedom fighter and former government minister.
- K. Bhagyaraj, a famous film actor and director.
- K. A. Sengottaiyan, a former Minister of School Education for Tamil Nadu.
See also
In Spanish: Gobichettipalayam para niños
