Karur taluk facts for kids
Karur District is a special place in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It's located right in the middle of the state, along two important rivers: the Kaveri and the Amaravathi. The main city in this district is Karur, which is also where the district's main offices are. Karur is one of the oldest towns in Tamil Nadu and has a rich history and culture.
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About Karur District
Karur District is surrounded by other districts. To the north, you'll find Namakkal district. Dindigul district is to the south. On the east, there's Tiruchirapalli district, and to the west are Erode and Tiruppur districts. The official language spoken here is Tamil.
What Grows in Karur?
The land in Karur District is great for farming! Many different crops are grown here. Some of the main ones include:
- Paddy (which is rice)
- Bananas
- Sugarcane
- Beetle leaf
- Grams and pulses (like lentils and beans)
- Tapioca
- Kora grass (used for mats)
- Groundnuts (peanuts)
- Oil seeds
- Tropical vegetables
- Beautiful garland flowers
- Medicinal herbs
Industries and Businesses
Karur is known for a few important industries. It's especially famous for its home textiles. This means they make lots of fabric items for homes, such as:
- Bed linens (sheets, pillowcases)
- Kitchen linens (towels, tablecloths)
- Toilet linens (bath towels)
- Table linens (napkins, placemats)
- Wall hangings
Karur is also a big center for bus building. Many buses you see on the roads might have been built right here! Plus, there are some large cement companies in Karur, like Chettinad Cements and TNPL Cements.
Historical Rulers of Karur
Karur has a long and interesting history. In ancient and medieval times, different powerful groups ruled this area.
- The Cheras were one of the earliest rulers.
- Then came the Gangas and the Cholas.
- Later, the Nayakars took control.
- Finally, before British rule, the famous Tipu Sultan also ruled parts of Karur.
This long history shows how important Karur has been in the story of Tamil Nadu.
Places of Worship
Karur is home to several important religious sites.
- For Hindus, there is the Pasupatheeswarar Siva temple and a Vishnu temple at Thiruvithuvakkodu.
- For Muslims, there are many mosques, including Thowheeth 98 mosque, Big Palli, Ahle hadees Pallivasal, TNTJ Mosque, Jamia Pallivasal, and Bajar Mosque.
