Erode district

Erode is an administrative district in northern Tamil Nadu situated between two mountain ranges and crossed by a major river. It covers around 6,000 square kilometers and is divided into several administrative blocks spread across the landscape.

The territory has a long history stretching back to ancient times, when different rulers controlled the region. The district was created as a separate administrative unit in 1979.

The region is known for its textile production, with thousands of small factories running traditional handlooms and modern powerlooms throughout the area. This craft tradition shapes daily life in towns and villages across the district.

The region is best reached by car or buses that regularly connect different towns. It helps to research local roads and the best season to visit beforehand.

The area is home to a protected wildlife reserve where tigers and elephants roam in the southern Indian landscape. This is an important conservation area that forms part of a larger biosphere reserve.

Location: Tamil Nadu

Inception: 1979

Capital city: Erode

Shares border with: Coimbatore district, Nilgiris district, Tiruppur district, Namakkal district, Salem district, Chamarajanagar district

Website: http://erode.tn.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 11.25000,77.31670

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:29