All You Need to Know about Thiruvarur
All You Need to Know about Thiruvarur

Thiruvarur திருவாரூர் – All You Need to Know About Thiruvarur Town & District

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Thiruvarur திருவாரூர்

Thiruvarur is a town in the Thiruvarur district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is located in the southern part of the state and is known for its cultural and historical significance. Here are some key points about Thiruvarur:

LocationDetails
TownThiruvarur
RegionCauvery Delta
Coordinates10.773°N 79.637°E
CountryIndia
StateTamil Nadu
DistrictThiruvarur

Thiruvarur Administration

GovernmentDetails
TypeSelection Grade Municipality
BodyThiruvarur Municipality

Thiruvarur Area

AreaDetails
Total10.47 km² (4.04 sq mi)
Elevation3 m (10 ft)

TVR Population

Population (2011)[1]Details
Total58,301
Density5,600/km² (14,000/sq mi)

Official Language

LanguagesDetails
OfficialTamil

Thiruvarur Time Zone

Time ZoneDetails
UTC OffsetUTC+5:30 (IST)

Other Details

Other Details
PIN610xxx
Telephone Code914366
Vehicle RegistrationTN:50
Websitewww.thiruvarur.in

Notable People

NamesProfession
BakthavathsalamMridangam player
K. BalachanderTamil film maker and director
Muthuswami DikshitarCarnatic classical composer and part of trinity
M. KarunanidhiFive-term Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu
Syama SastriCarnatic classical composer and part of trinity
Rajan SomasundaramMusic composer, multi-instrumentalist; created the first-ever music album on Sangam period poetry
TyagarajaCarnatic classical composer and part of trinity

Thiruvarur Map

Chariot Festival / Theru Thiruvizha

The annual chariot festival of the Thyagarajaswamy temple takes place in April–May, aligning with the Tamil month of Chitrai. This grand event features the largest chariot in Tamil Nadu, renowned as the most substantial in the world, weighing 360 tonnes and towering at a height of 96 feet. The majestic chariot traverses the four primary streets encircling the temple during the festival, drawing attendees from across Tamil Nadu, numbering in the lakhs.

Thiruvarur holds a rich cultural tapestry with a significant focus on music, dance, and literature. Here’s an overview of the cultural aspects associated with Thiruvarur:

The Thyagaraja temple

The Thyagaraja Temple, also known as Thyagarajaswamy Temple, is a significant and revered Hindu temple located in Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu, India. Dedicated to Lord Thyagaraja, a form of Lord Shiva, this temple stands as a testament to the rich cultural and religious heritage of the region. Here are some key features and aspects of the Thyagaraja Temple:

Historical Significance: The Thyagaraja Temple has a history dating back several centuries and is associated with the Chola dynasty, showcasing remarkable architectural and artistic elements from that era. The temple complex reflects the grandeur of Dravidian architecture, characterized by intricately carved sculptures, towering gopurams (entrance towers), and ornate mandapams (halls).

Deity and Worship: The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Thyagaraja, an embodiment of Lord Shiva. The sanctum sanctorum houses a unique idol of Lord Thyagaraja in the form of a lingam (an iconic representation of Shiva). Devotees from across the country visit the temple to seek the blessings of Lord Thyagaraja, especially during festivals and religious occasions.

Cultural and Musical Heritage: The temple has a strong association with Carnatic music, and it has played a pivotal role in fostering the growth and appreciation of classical music in the region. Eminent Carnatic musicians often perform in the temple premises, contributing to the cultural enrichment of Thiruvarur.

Architectural Splendor: The architectural marvels within the Thyagaraja Temple complex include intricately carved pillars, exquisite sculptures depicting various deities and mythological scenes, and the towering gopurams that showcase the skilled craftsmanship of the artisans of yesteryears.

The Thyagaraja Temple stands as a cultural and spiritual centerpiece in Thiruvarur, embodying the town’s rich history, religious significance, and artistic heritage.

Music

Music: Thiruvarur is renowned for its contribution to Carnatic music. The Thyagarajaswamy temple, located in the town, is a prominent hub for Carnatic musicians and music enthusiasts. The annual chariot festival mentioned earlier often includes classical music performances as part of the cultural celebrations. The town has produced and influenced several eminent musicians, including Muthuswami Dikshitar, Syama Sastri, and Tyagaraja, who are considered the Trinity of Carnatic music.

Dance

Dance: Classical dance forms, particularly Bharatanatyam, have a significant presence in Thiruvarur. The town has dance schools and academies that preserve and promote traditional dance forms. The cultural events and festivals in Thiruvarur often feature Bharatanatyam performances, contributing to the town’s vibrant artistic scene.

Literature

Literature: Thiruvarur has a literary heritage that encompasses both classical and contemporary works. The town’s association with the Chola dynasty and its historical significance contribute to the inspiration for various literary creations. Literature festivals and cultural events in Thiruvarur provide a platform for writers, poets, and literary enthusiasts to showcase their work and engage in intellectual discussions.

About Thiruvarur District

The District of Tiruvarur was carved out as a separate district by detaching Valangaiman Taluk from Thanjavur District and Thiruvarur, Nannilam, Kudavasal, Needamangalam, Mannargudi, Thirutturaippundi Taluks from Nagappatinam District on 01.01.1997. There are 2 Revenue Divisions, 8 Taluks, 573 Villages,  10 Blocks, 4 Municipalties and 7 Town Panchayats in Thiruvarur District.

District              : Thiruvarur

HeadQuarters : Thiruvarur

State                  : TamilNadu

Language          : Tamil

Collectorate

The Collectorate play a pivotal role in the District administration. Collector in the Cadre of I.A.S heads the District. He acts as the District Magistrate for maintaining Law and Order in his jurisdiction.

SectionResponsibilities
AEstablishment and Office Procedures, Elections, VVIPs
BLand Acquisition – LAOP
CLaw & Order, Magisterial (Court/Legal) matters
DBudget, Audit, Reconciliation, Salary, Pay fixation
ELand – Patta Transfer – Examinations
FLand Matters – Railway lands, relinquished lands, Encroachments
GGrievances Redressal Cell
HJamabandhi, RTI
IBackward Classes and Minorities Welfare Office
KAdi Dravidar and Tribal Welfare
AC ExciseState Excise, TASMAC management

Thiruvarur District Collector

Sl.NoName of the Officer
( Thiruvalargal )
FromTo
32T.Charusree,I.A.S.,05-02-2023Till Date
31P.CHIDAMBARAM,(I/c)01-02-202304-02-2023
30B.GAYATHRI KRISHNAN,I.A.S.,17-06-202131-01-2023
29V.SANTHA,I.A.S.,28-10-202016-06-2021
28T.ANAND,I.A.S.,18-02-201927-10-2020
27L.NIRMAL RAJ,I.A.S.,31-07-201617-02-2019
26 T.MOHANRAJ, (I/c)30-07-201630-07-2016
25Dr. M.MATHIVANAN, I.A.S.,25-05-201629-07-2016
24T.N.VENKATESH, I.A.S.,02-05-201624-05-2016
23Dr. M.MATHIVANAN, I.A.S.,30-11-201501-05-2016
22T.MOHANRAJ, (I/c)21-11-201529-11-2015
21Dr. M.MATHIVANAN, I.A.S.,08-06-201420-11-2015
20P.MANIMARAN, (I/c)07-06-201407-06-2014
19S.NATARAJAN, I.A.S.,01-02-201206-06-2014
18C.MUNIANATHAN, I.A.S.,08-06-2011 31-01-2012
17K.BASKARAN, I.A.S.,24-01-201107-06-2011
16M.THANGAVEL, (I/c)22-01-201124-01-2011
15M.CHANDRASEKARAN, I.A.S.,17-05-201022-01-2011
14M.THANGAVEL, (I/c)23-04-201017-05-2010
13M.CHANDRASEKARAN, I.A.S.,28-05-200923-04-2010
12T.UDHAYACHANDRAN, I.A.S.,06-05-200928-05-2009
11M.CHANDRASEKARAN, I.A.S.,01-10-200706-05-2009
10 B.MAHESWARI, (I/c)29-09-200730-09-2007
09SHAMBU KALLOLIKAR, I.A.S.,04-07-200728-09-2007
08B.MAHESWARI, (I/c)20-04-200703-07-2007
07SHAMBU KALLOLIKAR, I.A.S.,25-06-200619-04-2007
06P.EKAMBARAM, I.A.S.,06-06-200424-06-2006
05G. SUNDARAMOORTHI, I.A.S.,10-03-200405-06-2004
04P.ILANGO, I.A.S.,14-11-200209-03-2004
03RAMESHCHANDHMEENA, I.A.S.,11-06-200113-11-2002
02C. UMASHANKAR, I.A.S.,14-02-199910-06-2001
01M.R. MOHAN, I.A.S.,01-01-199713-02-1999

The District Collector,

First Floor,
Collectorate,
Thiruvarur– 610004

Phone : +91-4366-223344
Camp Office : +91-4366-224738
Fax : +91-4366-226045
E mail : collrtvr[at]nic[dot]in

Thiruvarur Administration Contact Directory

NameDesignationEmailPhone
Tmt. T.Charusree I.A.S.,District Collectorcollrtvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-223344
Tmt. S. Priyanka, I.A.S.,Additional Collector(Development)/Project Directordrda[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-222168
Thiru K.Shanmuganathan M.A.,District Revenue Officerdro[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-224178
Thiru. S. Jeyakumar, M.Sc.,(Agri.).,The Superintendent of Policesp[dot]tvr[at]tncctns[dot]gov[dot]in04366-224377
DesignationEmailMobile NoLandline No
BDO,Thiruvarurtvrblk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in740260752904366-222287
BDO,Nannilamnnmblk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in740260753304366-230451
BDO,Kudavasalkdlblk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in740260753804366-262051
BDO,Koradacherykdyblk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in740260754204366-232451
BDO,Valangaimanvlgblk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in740260756604374-264425
BDO,Mannargudimngblk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in740260755404367-222304
BDO,Needamangalamndmblk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in740260755004367-260451
BDO,Kotturktrblk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in740260754604367-279451
BDO,Thiruthuraipoondittpblk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in740260755804369-222451
BDO,Muthupettaimptblk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in740260756204369-260451
DesignationEmailMobile NoLandline No
The District Collectorcollrtvr[at]nic[dot]in944417800004366-223344
District Revenue Officer (DRO)dro[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in944500092204366-220483
PA (General)pageneral[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in944500815404366-220889
PA (Accounts)paaccounts[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221003
Special Deputy Collector (Grievance)sdc[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221003
District Supply Officerdso[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in944500029504366-220510
District Adi Dravidar welfare Officerdadwo[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in
District Backward class and Minority Welfare Officerdbcwo[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-220519
HS (General)asection[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221003
HS (Magisterial)csection[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221003
Assistant Commissioner (Excise)acexcise[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-220501
Collector’s Personal Clerkcampoffice[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221003
District Rehabilitation Officerddro[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221397
District Social Welfare Officerdswo[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-225280
Public Relation Officerpro[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221352
Electionelection[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221003
Assistant Director (Survey & Settlement)adsurvey[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221003
DesignationEmailMobile NoLandline No
Project Officerpodrda[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in737370421604366-222168
District Rural Development Agency (DRDA)drda[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221003
PO (Mahalir Thittam)pomt[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221031
PA Panchayat Developmentpapd[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221360
PA Small Savingspass[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-225967
PA Noon Mealpanm[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221003
Assistant Director (Panchayat)adp[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221359
Assitant Director (Audit)adaudit[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221003
District Planning Celldpc[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-220177
Total Sanitation Programmetsc[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221003
DesignationEmailMobile NoLandline No
Chief Education Officeceo[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-225903
DesignationEmailMobile NoLandline No
DD Health Servicesddhs[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-226895
DesignationEmailMobile NoLandline No
JR Co-operativejrcoop[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221262
District Industries Centredic[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-240028
SRM TNCSCtncsc[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-222542
AD Statisticsadstat[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-250851
DesignationEmailMobile NoLandline No
Superintendent of Policesp[dot]tvr[at]tncctns[dot]gov[dot]in949811006604366-224377
Deputy Superintendent of Police, DCBdsp[dot]dcbtvr[at]tncctns[dot]gov[dot]in04366-225005
Deputy Superintendent of Police, PEWdsp[dot]pewtvr[at]tncctns[dot]gov[dot]in04369-223057
Deputy Superintendent of Police, Thiruvarurdsp[dot]tiruvarur[at]tncctns[dot]gov[dot]in949810086604366-220175
Deputy Superintendent of Police, Nannilamdsp[dot]nannilam[at]tncctns[dot]gov[dot]in949810087404366-230449
Deputy Superintendent of Police, Mannargudidsp[dot]mannargudi[at]tncctns[dot]gov[dot]in949810088104367-222444
Deputy Superintendent of Police, Thiruthuraipoondidsp[dot]thiruthuraipoondi[at]tncctns[dot]gov[dot]in949810089104369-222520
Deputy Superintendent of Police, Muthupettaidsp[dot]muthupettai[at]tncctns[dot]gov[dot]in949810089704369-260449
DesignationEmailMobile NoLandline No
RDO,Thiruvarurtvrdvn[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-244277
RDO,Mannargudimngdvn[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04367-252261
DesignationEmailMobile NoLandline No
Tahsildar,Thiruvarurtvrtlk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-222379
Tahsildar,Nannilamnnmtlk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-230456
Tahsildar,Kudavasalkdltlk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-262056
Tahsildar,Valangaimanvlgtlk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04374-264456
Tahsildar,Mannargudimngtlk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04367-222291
Tahsildar,Needamangalamndmtlk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04367-260456
Tahsildar,Thiruthuraipoondittptlk[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04369-222456
Tahsildar,Koothanallur782587373904367-230456
DesignationEmailMobile NoLandline No
Regional Transport Officerto[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-221261
DesignationEmailMobile NoLandline No
District Treasurydto[dot]tntvr[at]nic[dot]in04366-225973

Thiruvarur Banks

Thiruvarur Banks IFSC and MICR Code

Bank NameIFSC CodeMICR CodePhone
AXIS BANK THIRUVARURUTIB0001237610211002
BANK OF INDIA THIRUVARURBKID0008065610013002
CANARA BANK THIRUVARURCNRB0003260610015002
CITY UNION BANK THIRUVARURCIUB0000033641054002
HDFC BANK THIRUVARURHDFC0001103610240002
INDIAN BANK THIRUVARURIDIB000T04661001909604366222213
INDIAN OVERSEAS BANK THIRUVARURIOBA000009761002000204366222244
STATE BANK OF INDIA THIRUVARURSBIN000093961000200104366222261

Government Hospitals

Hospital NameLocationPin Code
GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL, KoothanallurKoothanallur614101
GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL, ValangaimanValangaiman612804
GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL, KudavasalKudavasal612601
GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL, ThiruthuraipoondiThiruthuraipoondi614713
GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL, NannilamNannilam610105
GOVERNMENT THIRUVARUR MEDICAL COLLEGEMedical College, Thiruvarur610004
GOVERNMENT WOMEN AND CHILDREN HOSPITALVijayapuram, Thiruvarur610001

TNEB Thiruvarur

Superintending Engineer TNEB

73, C – Durgalaya Road ,

Thiruvarur -610001

Email : setrvr@tnebnet.org
Phone : 04366244099

Postal

Post OfficeLocationDistrictPin CodePhoneWebsite Link
Koothanallur S.OKoothanallurThiruvarur61410104367232004India Post
Kudavasal S.OKudavasalThiruvarur61260104366260500India Post
Mannargudi H.OMannargudiThiruvarur61400104367250009India Post
Nannilam S.ONannilamThiruvarur61010504366230177India Post
Needamangalam S.ONeedamangalamThiruvarur61440404367260562India Post
Thiruturaipoondi H.OThiruthuraipoondiThiruvarur61471304369222460India Post
Tiruvarur H.OThiruvarurThiruvarur61000104366222022India Post
Valangaiman S.OValangaimanThiruvarur61280404374264428India Post

Thiruvarur Story

List of Talukas in Thiruvarur

Thiruvarur district is made up of Eight taluks:

List of Villages in Thiruvarur District

Certainly! Here is the information presented in a tabular format:

VillageTaluk
AbivirutheeswaramKudavasal
VilamalThiruvarur
KatturThiruvarur
ManakkalThiruvarur
ThandalaiThiruvarur
AchudamangalamNannilam
Adambar UkkadaiKudavasal
AdambarNannilam
AdambarNannilam
AdhanurNeedamangalam
AdichapuramMannargudi
AdippuliyurKudavasal
AdiyakkamangalamThiruvarur
AgarathirumalamNannilam
AgarathirunallurKudavasal
AgaravelukudiNeedamangalam
Akkarai KottagamMannargudi
AladikaruppurKudavasal
AlangottaiMannargudi
AlangudiNannilam
AlathurKudavasal
AlathurMannargudi
AlivalamTiruvarur
AmmaiyappanKudavasal
AnaikuppamNannilam
AnaivadapathiKudavasal
AnnadanapuramNannilam
AnnavasalKudavasal
AnniyurKudavasal
ArasavanangaduKudavasal
AravathurMannargudi
ArparKudavasal
AseshamMannargudi
AthicholamangalamKudavasal
AthikkadaiMannargudi
Athikkottai (Thiruvarur)Thiruvarur
AthikottaiMannargudi
AyikkudiKudavasal
AyyampettaiNannilam
DeepangudiKudavasal
DevarkandanallurKudavasal
ElaiyurKudavasal
ElangarkudiThiruvarur
ElavangargudiKudavasal
EnganKudavasal
ErukatturKoothanallur
JambuvanodaiThiruthuraipoondi
KadalangudiKudavasal
KamalapuramKudavasal
KamugakudiNannilam
KamukakudiKudavasal
KandiramanickkamKudavasal
KangalancheryThiruvarur
KankoduthavanithamKudavasal
KappanamangalamKudavasal
KaraiyappalaiyurKudavasal
KaruvakkurichiThiruvarur
KaruvakkurichiMannargudi
KattimeduThiruvarur
KatturThiruvarur
Keelaperumalai
KeerangudiKudavasal
Killiyur
KodikkalpalayamThiruvarur
Koothanur
KunniyurMannargudi
LakshmangudiMannargudi
ManjakkudiThiruvarur
Mela Amaravathi
Melamaravakkadu
MelathiruppalakudiMannargudi
MunnavalkottaiNeedamangalam
Nachikulam
Nedumbalam
Pakkam Kottur
PalayakkottaiMannargudi
ParavakottaiMannargudi
Paruthiyur
Pillur
PodakkudiKoothanallur
Poongulam
PoonthottamNannilam
RettakudiNannilam
Saliperi
SannanallurNannilam
SemmangudiKodavasal
Sengalipuram
SerugudiKudavasal
Sethanipuram
SirupuliyurNannilam
Sithamalli
Solapandi
SomeswarapuramPapanasam
Srivanchiyam
Thappalampuliyur
Thattathimoolai
ThediyurKudavasal
ThirumakkottaiMannargudi
ThirupampuramKudavasal
ThiruveezhimizhalaiKudavasal
UllikkottaiMannargudi
Vadamattam
Vaduvur
Vangathangudi
BudamangalamMannargudi
NadappurThiruvarur
KeelathiruppalakudiMannargudi

FAQ

What is special about Thiruvarur?

Thiruvarur district is famous for its evergreen paddy fields and temples with sky-high towers. This town is situated in the south east of Tamil Nadu. The Arulmighu Shri Thiyagarajar temple located in Thiruvarur town has many distinctions. It has the largest chariot or temple car among the temples in Tamil Nadu.

Is Thanjavur and Thiruvarur same?

The District of Tiruvarur was carved out as a separate district by detaching Valangaiman Taluk from Thanjavur District and Thiruvarur, Nannilam, Kudavasal, Needamangalam, Mannargudi, Thirutturaippundi Taluks from Nagappatinam District on 01.01.1997.

What is the famous item of Thiruvarur?

The temple chariot of the Thyagaraja temple, weighing 360 tonnes (790,000 lb) and measuring 96 feet (29 m) tall is the largest temple chariot in India. Thiruvarur is the birthplace of Tyagaraja, Muthuswami Dikshitar and Syama Sastri, popularly known as the Trinity of Carnatic music of the 18th century CE.

What is the old name of Thiruvarur?

Thiruvarur district is a district of Tamil Nadu state with its administrative headquarters located at Thiruvarur town. Earlier, the historic town was known as Aaroor (Arur).

Which is the nearest airport to Thiruvarur?

Tiruchirappalli International Airport is the nearest airport from Thiruvarur which is just 120 km away from the town. The airport connects the town with other major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Chennai through daily flights.

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