District Collector Office in Perambalur
About Perambalur District
Welcome to Perambalur, a beautifully centrally-located district in Tamil Nadu, situated roughly 267 kilometers south of Chennai. Functioning as a vital inland region, the district spans 1,757 square kilometers and is proudly nourished by the magnificent Vellar River to the north. Famous across the state as a massive agricultural powerhouse, Perambalur proudly holds the first place in Tamil Nadu for producing an incredible 24% of the state's small onions, alongside robust crops of cashew, groundnut, and sugarcane. Historically, the district has undergone a fascinating administrative evolution—originally trifurcated from the composite Tiruchirappalli district in 1995, and undergoing subsequent structural bifurcations and mergers before finally solidifying its current boundaries in 2007. Offering a deeply authentic rural charm paired with thriving agricultural trade, Perambalur is an absolutely essential contributor to the heartland economy of Tamil Nadu.
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General Information
- District: Perambalur
- HeadQuarters: Perambalur
- State: TamilNadu
- Total Area: 1757 Sq.Kms
- Rural Area: 1675 Sq.Kms
- Urban Area: 82 Sq.Kms
Population Details
- Total: 5,65,223
- Male: 2,82,157
- Female: 2,83,066
- Density: 321 / Sq.Km
Agricultural Dominance
Driven by extensive groundwater resources and tube wells, Perambalur is an undisputed titan of agriculture in Tamil Nadu. The district holds the prestigious first place in the state for small onion production, single-handedly accounting for about 24% of the state's total output, and boasts massive yields of cashew, sugarcane, millets, and paddy.
District Formation History
The district has an incredibly fascinating administrative journey. First trifurcated from Tiruchirappalli on September 30, 1995, it was later bifurcated from Ariyalur in 2000, then famously merged back together in 2002. Finally, on November 19, 2007, the government successfully reorganized the area, firmly establishing Perambalur as an independent entity with its own headquarters.
Geography & Location
Stretching across an area of 1,757 square kilometers, this beautifully rugged inland district lies centrally in Tamil Nadu, strictly defined between 10.54° - 11.30° North latitudes. Bound by well-marked natural divisions and famously bordered by the northern Vellar River, the district thrives with a perfect balance of deep rural charm and vibrant connectivity.