Sriperumbudur, also known as Thiruperumbudur,
Geography
Geology
Sriperumbudur belongs to the Sriperumbudur Formation, which is characterised by
Arenite and argillaceous rock units composed of splintery green
shale,
, and
with
ironstone intercalation. The rock units conformably
["(of rock strata) lying in a parallel arrangement so that their original relative positions have remained undisturbed" ] overlie either the
Precambrian basement or Precambrian boulder beds and green shales. The beds contain marine intercalations.
Their
Lithology suites and fossil fauna are suggestive of deposition under shallow and
Brackish water conditions, probably close to the shoreline.
Demographics
Sriperumbudur has a population of 24,864, according to the 2011 Census of India, with 12,753 males and 12,111 females.
The projected population for 2023 is 34,100.
Government and politics
The Sriperumbudur assembly constituency is one of 234 constituencies represented in Tamil Nadu's State Legislative assembly. It is also represented as Sriperumbudur Lok Sabha Constituency in
Lok Sabha, the lower house of the Indian Parliament. The current Member of Parliament from the constituency is T R Baalu from the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK).
The Kanchipuram Regional Transport Office (RTO) has a unit office in Sriperumbudur.
Economy
Sriperumbudur has attracted huge investments due to several factors:
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proximity to Chennai port
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strategic location on the Chennai-Bangalore highway
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infrastructure development
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establishment of Software Technology Parks
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availability of quality workforce
In 1999, Hyundai, one of the initial investors, arrived at Sriperumbudur. By 2008, Sriperumbudur had become a special economic zone with over US$2 billion invested by companies primarily in the automotive and electronics sectors.
A new greenfield Chennai Airport is planned for Sriperumbudur.
Companies in Sriperumbudur
The following companies have established operations in Sriperumbudur:
Places of interest
Adikesava Perumal temple
Adikesava Perumal Temple is the birthplace of
Ramanuja, the Hindu saint and philosopher known as the proponents of the
Sri Vaishnavism branch of Hinduism. Ramanujar's
Murti (statue) was installed in this temple during the saint's lifetime and is, therefore, called "Thamugantha Thirumani" (literally, "cherished by himself form"). In the months of April and May, the temple celebrates chariot festival.
Rajiv Gandhi Memorial
The Rajiv Gandhi Memorial is a memorial to former Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi at the site where he was assassinated. The Memorial was dedicated to the nation by the then President of India A. P. J. Abdul Kalam in 2003.
Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development
Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, Sriperumbudur, is an Institution of National Importance by the Act of Parliament No. 35/2012 under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India. The RGNIYD offers academic programs at the postgraduate level in youth development, engages in research in youth development, and coordinates training programs for state agencies and the officials of youth organizations. The institute was established in 1993 with a focus on youth development and empowerment.
Vallakottai Murugan temple
Vallakottai Murugan temple, 9 km from Sriperumbudur, is known for the tallest
Lord Murugan statue in India ().
Madras Motor Sports Club
Madras Motor Sports Club, located at the village of
Irungattukottai near Sriperumbudur, organises world class racing events every year, including the South India Rally and the All India Motor Race Meet. Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) and the Fédération Internationale du Sport Automobile (FISA) have licensed the club for races up to
Formula Three for cars and all classes for motorcycles. The club also has a dirt track for
autocross events.
JKDR SPORTS
JKDR SPORTS is a multi-sport club to motivate players in rural area in and around Sengadu village. Players from
Tiruvallur and Sriperumbudur can utilise this club. The sport center aims to deliver more training, sport and physical activity opportunities for all levels of children and adults to help them engage in a healthy lifestyle. Players can play shuttle badminton, table tennis, carrom, chess and use basic gym tools. Tournaments are being conducted every month to cheer the players. Located near Hyundai Hysco – Sengadu.
Marine Fossil Park
Gunduperumbedu, a village in Sriperumbudur Taluk, is known for marine fossils. The fossils here are between 100 and 300 million years old.
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