Constituency No: 88
Location Highlights: Salem (West) Assembly Constituency is located in Salem district of Tamil Nadu and comprises parts of Salem and Omalur taluks. The constituency includes both urban and semi-urban regions, including areas within Salem Municipal Corporation, and benefits from strong road connectivity and industrial growth.
Demographics: The constituency has a diverse population with a mix of urban and rural communities. It includes various social groups engaged in industries, trade, and service sectors.
Main Industries: Textile, Steel and Manufacturing, Trade, Small-scale Industries
Administrative Divisions:
- Salem Taluk (Part)
- Omalur Taluk (Part)
- Salem Corporation Wards (Selected Areas)
Borders: Surrounded by Salem North, Salem South, Omalur and nearby constituencies and falls under Salem Lok Sabha constituency.
2021 Assembly Election Results:
- Winner: R. Arul (Pattali Makkal Katchi) – 105,483 votes
- Runner-up: A. Rajendran (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) – 83,984 votes
Voter Details:
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Men: | 148,477 |
| Women: | 149,452 |
| Third Gender: | 56 |
| Total Voters: | 297,985 |
MLA History:
| MLA Name | Year | Party |
|---|---|---|
| G. Venkatachalam | 2011 | All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam |
| G. Venkatachalam | 2016 | All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam |
| R. Arul (Arul Ramadas) | 2021 | Pattali Makkal Katchi |