Chennimalai

Chennimalai popularly known as the 'Handloom Town' is in Erode district in the state of Tamil Nadu, India.GeographyChennimalai is located at. It has an average elevation of 320 metres (1082 feet).DemographicsIndia census, Chennimalai urban agglomeration has a population more than 30,000. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Chennimalai has an average literacy rate of 75%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with male literacy of 83% and female literacy of 67%. 8% of the population is under 6 years of age.Chennimalai urban areaChennimalai town is growing at a faster rate and has now merged with Melapalayam, Mugasipidariyur, Ammapalayam and Pasuvapatti villages. The town is expected to be upgraded into a municipality by merging these areas.Chennimalai has a bus stand located at its southern end. Important landmarks of the town are Kumaran Sathukkam (Vandipettai), Thaer Nilayam, Sandhai and Kumarapuri. Kanuvai is a narrow pass in the Chennimalai hill which is traversed by SH 96 and it is noted for the scenic drive.Important tourist spots in and around Chennimalai Chennimalai Subramanya Swami Temple on the top of the hill Chennimalai Kailasanathar Temple Murungatholuvu Brammalingeshwarar temple Paranjervazhi Kariakaali Amman Temple Vahaitholuvu Amman templeTransportThere are buses available to Chennimalai from Tiruppur, Erode, Kangeyam, Dharapuram, Palani, Karur, Salem and various other towns of Tamil Nadu. The nearest airport is Coimbatore Airport.