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Constituency Overview
Srivilliputhur Assembly Constituency is located in **Virudhunagar district** of Tamil Nadu and forms part of the **Tenkasi Lok Sabha constituency**. Centred around the historic temple town of **Srivilliputhur**, the constituency is one of Tamil Nadu's most important religious, cultural and ecological regions. The town is world-renowned for the **Srivilliputhur Andal Temple**, dedicated to **Goddess Andal**, the only female Alvar saint of the Vaishnavite tradition. The temple's iconic **192-foot Rajagopuram** is the **official emblem of the Government of Tamil Nadu**, making Srivilliputhur one of the state's most recognisable heritage destinations. The town also holds immense literary and religious significance as the birthplace of **Andal** and **Periyalvar**.
The constituency enjoys good connectivity through **National Highway 744**, state highways and railway links connecting it with Rajapalayam, Virudhunagar, Madurai, Sivakasi and Tenkasi. The local economy is driven by pilgrimage tourism, agriculture, dairy farming, textiles, food processing, retail trade and government services. The surrounding villages cultivate cotton, sugarcane, paddy, banana, chilli, coconut and pulses. The constituency is also home to the **Srivilliputhur Grizzled Giant Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary**, part of the larger **Srivilliputhur–Megamalai Tiger Reserve**, which enhances its ecological importance and tourism potential.
Location
Approximate location of Srivilliputhur Assembly Constituency, Virudhunagar district.
2026 Election Result
Karthik.A
Votes: 65,653
Mahalingam.P
Votes: 57,072
Victory margin: 8,581 votes
Political History
Srivilliputhur has traditionally been one of the politically significant constituencies in southern Tamil Nadu. The constituency has witnessed electoral contests primarily between the **Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)**, **All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK)**, **Indian National Congress (INC)**, **Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK)**, **Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)** and other regional political parties.
Pilgrimage tourism, agriculture, water management, rural infrastructure, employment generation and heritage conservation have consistently shaped electoral outcomes. Protection of forests and sustainable tourism have also become important political issues.
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Key Development Issues
Tourism development and water security remain the foremost priorities in Srivilliputhur. Farmers seek improved irrigation facilities, groundwater recharge, tank restoration and better market support for agricultural produce.
Residents seek enhanced healthcare facilities, educational institutions, road connectivity, drinking water supply and public transportation. Promotion of pilgrimage tourism, eco-tourism, textile industries, dairy development, heritage conservation and employment opportunities for youth remain important priorities. Conservation of the **Western Ghats** ecosystem and wildlife habitats is also a major concern.
Constituency Insights
Srivilliputhur combines religious heritage, ecological richness and agricultural prosperity. The electorate includes farmers, traders, pilgrims, tourism operators, dairy farmers, government employees, teachers, students and small business owners.
Pilgrimage tourism and agriculture form the backbone of the local economy, while dairy farming, textiles and retail trade provide supplementary employment. The constituency's association with **Andal**, the iconic temple and the wildlife sanctuary gives it unique cultural and environmental significance. Voters generally prioritise tourism, agriculture, employment, healthcare and infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Srivilliputhur Assembly Constituency located?
A: Srivilliputhur Assembly Constituency is located in Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu and forms part of the Tenkasi Lok Sabha constituency.
Q: Who is the current MLA of Srivilliputhur?
A: E. V. V. Thirumohan of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is the current MLA of Srivilliputhur, having won the 2021 Tamil Nadu Assembly election.
Q: Why is Srivilliputhur Assembly Constituency important?
A: Srivilliputhur is one of Tamil Nadu's most sacred Vaishnavite pilgrimage centres, famous for the Srivilliputhur Andal Temple, the birthplace of Goddess Andal, and the temple tower that serves as the official emblem of the Government of Tamil Nadu. It is also home to one of the state's most important wildlife sanctuaries.
Q: What are the major economic activities in Srivilliputhur?
A: Pilgrimage tourism, agriculture, dairy farming, textile manufacturing, food processing, retail trade and government services are the major economic activities in the constituency.
Q: What are the major crops grown in Srivilliputhur?
A: Cotton, paddy, sugarcane, banana, chilli, coconut and pulses are among the major crops cultivated in the constituency.
Q: Is Srivilliputhur an urban or rural constituency?
A: Srivilliputhur is an urban–rural mixed constituency, comprising Srivilliputhur town and surrounding agricultural villages.
Q: Which Lok Sabha constituency does Srivilliputhur belong to?
A: Srivilliputhur Assembly Constituency is part of the Tenkasi Lok Sabha constituency.
Q: What are the key development issues in Srivilliputhur?
A: Tourism development, agricultural growth, water conservation, healthcare, education, heritage preservation, wildlife conservation, employment generation and infrastructure development are among the major concerns.
Q: Why is Srivilliputhur famous?
A: Srivilliputhur is famous for the Srivilliputhur Andal Temple, one of the 108 Divya Desams and the birthplace of Goddess Andal, the only female Alvar saint. The temple's majestic Rajagopuram is the official emblem of the Government of Tamil Nadu. The constituency is also known for the Srivilliputhur Grizzled Giant Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary, now part of the Srivilliputhur–Megamalai Tiger Reserve, and for its agricultural and dairy economy.
Q: What factors influence elections in Srivilliputhur?
A: Tourism development, agricultural growth, water availability, employment opportunities, healthcare, education, wildlife conservation, heritage preservation, welfare schemes and local leadership are among the most important factors influencing elections in the constituency.