Dharapuram

Dharapuram is a town in Tiruppur district that spreads along the Amaravati River on elevated terrain. The settlement sits in an agricultural region where you can see traditional buildings alongside newer structures, creating a mixed landscape of old and new.

The town served as an administrative center during the British colonial period as the capital of Noyyal South District. This role established it as a regional hub before administrative boundaries shifted and changed the political landscape.

The town serves as a religious center for the Tamil-speaking community, with several temples that draw pilgrims and shape daily practices. Local devotion is visible in how these sacred spaces remain gathering points for festivals and everyday worship.

The town connects to larger cities through road networks, making it easy to reach from surrounding areas. An international airport is within reasonable driving distance for visitors arriving from far away.

The region is dotted with windmills that take advantage of natural wind patterns shaped by the local geography. These structures are a distinctive feature of the landscape and show how the area has adapted to its environment.

Location: Tiruppur district

Elevation above the sea: 245 m

GPS coordinates: 10.73000,77.52000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:59