Constituency No: 148
Location Highlights: Kunnam is a historic town in Perambalur district of Tamil Nadu, located along the Tiruchirappalli–Chennai route. It is known for its temples, cultural heritage, and peaceful rural surroundings. The constituency enjoys good road connectivity and reflects a blend of traditional lifestyle and gradual development.
Demographics: The constituency is largely rural with agricultural communities, along with small-town populations engaged in trade and services, representing a mix of traditional and evolving socio-economic patterns.
Main Industries: Agriculture, Farming, Local Trade, Small-Scale Industries
Administrative Divisions:
- Kunnam Taluk
- Surrounding rural villages
Borders: Surrounded by Ariyalur, Perambalur, and Tiruchirappalli region constituencies and falls under Perambalur Lok Sabha constituency.
2021 Assembly Election Results:
- Winner: S. S. Sivasankar (DMK) – 103,922 votes
- Runner-up: R. T. Ramachandran (AIADMK) – 97,593 votes
Voter Details:
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Men: | 1,35,240 |
| Women: | 1,38,442 |
| Third Gender: | 13 |
| Total Voters: | 2,73,695 |
MLA History:
| MLA Name | Year | Party |
|---|---|---|
| S. S. Sivasankar | 2011 | DMK |
| R. T. Ramachandran | 2016 | AIADMK |
| S. S. Sivasankar | 2021 | DMK |