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Constituency Overview
Anaikattu Assembly Constituency is located in **Vellore district** of Tamil Nadu and forms part of the **Vellore Lok Sabha constituency**. Centred around **Anaikattu**, the constituency is predominantly rural and stretches across the western and south-western parts of Vellore district. It encompasses numerous villages, forest-fringe settlements and agricultural communities located near the **Eastern Ghats**. The constituency derives its name from the historic **Anaikattu Dam (Mordhana Reservoir)** on the **Ponnai River**, which supports irrigation and drinking water supply in parts of Vellore district. The region is characterised by fertile farmlands, low hill ranges and reserved forest areas.
The constituency enjoys good road connectivity through state highways linking it with Vellore, Gudiyatham, Katpadi and Tiruvannamalai. Agriculture remains the backbone of the local economy, supported by irrigation tanks, reservoirs and groundwater resources. Paddy, sugarcane, groundnut, ragi, millets, pulses and vegetables are widely cultivated. Dairy farming, livestock rearing, sericulture, agro-processing and small-scale industries provide additional employment. The forested areas also support horticulture and collection of minor forest produce. Retail trade and government services contribute significantly to the local economy.
Location
Approximate location of Anaikattu Assembly Constituency, Vellore district.
2026 Election Result
D.Velazhagan
Votes: 76,302
A.P.Nandakumar
Votes: 69,221
Victory margin: 7,081 votes
Political History
Anaikattu has traditionally been one of the politically important rural constituencies in northern Tamil Nadu. The constituency has witnessed electoral contests primarily between the **Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)**, **All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK)**, **Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK)**, **Indian National Congress (INC)**, **Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)** and other regional political parties.
Agriculture, irrigation, rural infrastructure, drinking water supply, education and employment generation have consistently shaped electoral outcomes. Water management and development of forest-fringe villages remain recurring political issues.
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Key Development Issues
Water conservation and agricultural development remain the foremost priorities in Anaikattu. Farmers seek better utilisation of the **Mordhana Reservoir**, restoration of irrigation tanks, groundwater recharge and improved market support for agricultural produce.
Residents seek enhanced healthcare facilities, educational institutions, road connectivity, drinking water supply and public transportation. Expansion of agro-processing industries, dairy infrastructure, sericulture, skill development and employment opportunities for youth remain important priorities. Forest conservation and sustainable development of rural communities also receive considerable attention.
Constituency Insights
Anaikattu combines agricultural prosperity with ecological diversity and rural livelihoods. The electorate includes farmers, dairy farmers, livestock rearers, traders, government employees, teachers, students and small business owners.
Agriculture remains the dominant economic activity, while dairy farming, sericulture, agro-processing and retail trade provide supplementary employment. The constituency's location near the Eastern Ghats and the **Mordhana Reservoir** makes water management central to its economy. Voters generally prioritise irrigation, agriculture, healthcare, education, employment and infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Anaikattu Assembly Constituency located?
A: Anaikattu Assembly Constituency is located in Vellore district of Tamil Nadu and forms part of the Vellore Lok Sabha constituency.
Q: Who is the current MLA of Anaikattu?
A: A. P. Nandakumar of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is the current MLA of Anaikattu, having won the 2021 Tamil Nadu Assembly election.
Q: Why is Anaikattu Assembly Constituency important?
A: Anaikattu is an important agricultural constituency known for the Mordhana Reservoir (Anaikattu Dam), which supports irrigation and drinking water supply in parts of Vellore district. It also includes several forest-fringe villages and productive agricultural areas.
Q: What are the major economic activities in Anaikattu?
A: Agriculture, dairy farming, sericulture, livestock rearing, agro-processing, retail trade and government services are the major economic activities in the constituency.
Q: What are the major crops grown in Anaikattu?
A: Paddy, sugarcane, groundnut, ragi, millets, pulses and vegetables are among the major crops cultivated in the constituency.
Q: Is Anaikattu an urban or rural constituency?
A: Anaikattu is a predominantly rural constituency, comprising Anaikattu and numerous surrounding agricultural and forest-fringe villages.
Q: Which Lok Sabha constituency does Anaikattu belong to?
A: Anaikattu Assembly Constituency is part of the Vellore Lok Sabha constituency.
Q: What are the key development issues in Anaikattu?
A: Irrigation, agricultural development, water conservation, healthcare, education, rural roads, sericulture, employment generation and sustainable rural development are among the major concerns.
Q: Why is Anaikattu famous?
A: Anaikattu is famous for the Mordhana Reservoir (Anaikattu Dam) on the Ponnai River, an important source of irrigation and drinking water for parts of Vellore district. The constituency is also known for its fertile agricultural lands, sericulture, dairy farming and its proximity to the Eastern Ghats, which contribute to its ecological and agricultural significance.
Q: What factors influence elections in Anaikattu?
A: Irrigation, agricultural development, water availability, employment opportunities, healthcare, education, rural infrastructure, welfare schemes, sustainable use of water resources and local leadership are among the most important factors influencing elections in the constituency.