Constituency No: 144
Location Highlights: Manachanallur is a well-known town in Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, located about 15 km from Tiruchirappalli city. It is famous for its large-scale rice mills, making it a key rice production hub in the region. The town has strong road connectivity, supporting agriculture, trade, and daily commuting.
Demographics: The constituency has a mix of rural and semi-urban population, primarily consisting of agricultural communities, labor groups, and small business owners, reflecting traditional Tamil cultural values.
Main Industries: Rice Mills, Agriculture, Trade, Small-Scale Industries
Administrative Divisions:
- Manachanallur Taluk
- Surrounding villages and panchayat areas
Borders: Surrounded by Lalgudi, Musiri, and Tiruchirappalli West constituencies and falls under Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha constituency.
2021 Assembly Election Results:
- Winner: C. Kathiravan (DMK) – 116,334 votes
- Runner-up: M. Paranjothi (AIADMK) – 56,716 votes
Voter Details:
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Men: | 1,17,640 |
| Women: | 1,25,601 |
| Third Gender: | 31 |
| Total Voters: | 2,43,272 |
MLA History:
| MLA Name | Year | Party |
|---|---|---|
| T. P. Poonatchi | 2011 | AIADMK |
| M. Parameswari | 2016 | AIADMK |
| S. Kathiravan | 2021 | DMK |