| Lok Sabha Constituencies in Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu (MP Constituencies) | Mayiladuthurai Thanjavur |
| MLA Assembly Constituencies in Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu | Kumbakonam Orathanadu Papanasam Pattukkottai Peravurani Thanjavur Thiruvaiyaru Thiruvidaimarudur |
About the District :
Thanjavur district is in the east coast of Tamil Nadu. The district lies between 78O 45’ and 70O 25′ of the Eastern longitudes and 9O 50′ and 11O 25′ of the Northern Latitudes. The District is bound by Coloroon on the Northwhich separates it from Ariyalur and Tiruchirapalli district; Thiruvarur and Nagapattinam districts on the east; Palk Strait and Pudukottai on the South and Pudukottai and Tiruchirapalli on the West.
The area of the district isn 3396.57Sq.Km. It consists of nine Taluks- Thiruvidaimarudur, Kumbakonam, Papanasam, Pattukottai, Peravurani, Orathanadu, Thanjavur, Thiruvaiyaru and Budalur. The district headquarters is Thanjavur. Thanjavur district is called ‘the Rice Bowl of Tamil Nadu’ because of its agricultural activities in the delta region of river Cauvery. The temples, culture and architecture ofTanjavurarefamousthroughouttheworld. Itisanhistoricalplace ruled by Chola, Pandya, Nayak, Marathas and was under British rule till Independence. The pursuits of these rulers are reflected in the greatmonumentslikeGrandAnaicut,BigTempleandSerfoji Palace and Saraswathi Mahal Library, etc. in the district.
Population of the district is 2405 thousand numbers as per Census 2011.The population density is 708 persons per sq.km.The district is 35% urbanized and constitutes literacy rate of 82.72%
Geography :
Thanjavur district is in the east coast of Tamil Nadu. The district lies between 78° 45’ and 70° 25′ of the Eastern longitudes and 9° 50′ and 11° 25′ of the Northern Latitudes.. Thanjavur is situated in the Cauvery delta, at a distance of 314 km (195 mi) south-west of Chennai and 56 km (35 mi) east of Tiruchirappalli. The District is bound by Coloroon on the North which separates it from Ariyalur and Tiruchirapalli district; Thiruvarur and Nagapattinam districts on the east; Palk Strait and Pudukottai on the South and Pudukottai and Tiruchirapalli on the West.
The nearest seaport is Nagapattinam which is 84 km (52 mi) east of Thanjavur. The nearest airport is Tiruchirapalli International Airport, located at a distance of 56 km (35 mi). The city has an elevation of 57 m (187 ft) above mean sea level. The area of the district isn 3396.57Sq.Km
Census 2011 Data :
| Description | 2011 | 2001 |
|---|---|---|
| Actual Population | 2,405,890 | 2,216,138 |
| Male | 1,182,416 | 1,096,638 |
| Female | 1,223,474 | 1,119,500 |
| Population Growth | 8.56% | 7.91% |
| Area Sq. Km | 3,411 | 3,411 |
| Density/km2 | 705 | 638 |
| Proportion to Tamil Nadu Population | 3.33% | 3.55% |
| Sex Ratio (Per 1000) | 1035 | 1021 |
| Child Sex Ratio (0-6 Age) | 957 | 959 |
| Average Literacy | 82.64 | 75.45 |
| Male Literacy | 89.04 | 84.47 |
| Female Literacy | 76.50 | 66.70 |
| Total Child Population (0-6 Age) | 238,598 | 259,632 |
| Male Population (0-6 Age) | 121,949 | 132,516 |
| Female Population (0-6 Age) | 116,649 | 127,116 |
| Literates | 1,790,998 | 1,476,256 |
| Male Literates | 944,264 | 814,354 |
| Female Literates | 846,734 | 661,902 |
| Child Proportion (0-6 Age) | 9.92% | 11.72% |
| Boys Proportion (0-6 Age) | 10.31% | 12.08% |
| Girls Proportion (0-6 Age) | 9.53% | 11.35% |
Tourist Places :
Thanjavur Periya Kovil stands amidst fortified walls that were probably added in the 16th century. The vimanam (or temple tower) is 216 ft (66 m) high[6] and is among the tallest of its kind in the world. The Kumbam (Kalasha or Chikharam, the apex or the bulbous structure on the top) of the temple is carved out of a single rock and it weighs around 80 tons.[7] There is a big statue of Nandi (sacred bull), carved out of a single rock, at the entrance measuring about 16 feet long and 13 feet high.[8] The entire temple structure is made out of granite, the nearest sources of which are close to Tiruchirappalli, about 60 km to the west of Thanjavur. The temple is the most visited tourist attraction in Thanjavur and the state alike.
Rajarajan Manimandabam:
During the eighth Tamil Conference, to honour the Great Chola King Rajarajan, the state government of Tamilnadu built the Rajarajan Manimandabam in tanjore.
Manimandabam has located at the middle of the town. Manimandabam has surrounded by beautiful gardens, delightful lamps. In the middle, they decorated with fountain. Visiting this place during night, gives wonderful experience. the state alike.
Tanjore Sivagangai Poonga(Sivagangai park)-
where you have grass space to relax, swimming pool, boating, cable car travel, collection of some species in animals & birds, a mini train to ride around the park, swing & see-saw like funs to children. This park is located very next to BIG TEMPLE.
Thus walkable distance from BIG TEMPLE.
Tanjore Museum :
where you can find all olden golden usages of the kingdom & have a different experience. This is located very near to Tanjore old bus stand. So if you travel by bus, then get down in Old bus stand & have a walk.(you may also call for autorickshaw or a call taxi if you are inconvenient to walk) Try to visit this museum by around 2pm so that there wont be any crowd as well as you can have a peaceful loo
Manora Tower :
The Manora fort is situated 65 km (40 mi) away from Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India. The fort was built by Maratha ruler Serfoji II in 1814-1815 to commemorate the successful advance of the British over Napoleon Bonaparte. It is an 8-storied, hexagonal tower, which is 23-meters high overlooking the Bay of Bengal. The fort derives its name Manora, from the word Minaret. [1]
In December 2004, five monuments including the fort were damaged in the Indian Ocean Tsunami.[2] It was planned in 2007 by the State Tourism Department to renovate the structure and improve its infrastructure by building several additional facilities including upgrading the children’s park and building a tourist’s shed.
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