List of Popular Business & Services in erode

Erode is one of the municipal corporation’s in Tamil Nadu. It is situated on the banks of the river Cauvery (Kaveri). During the sangam period, Erode was in the part of Coimbatore district. The name Erode derived from the Tamil word ‘Eru odai’ which means two streams or ‘Eera odu’

that means Wet skull. Bhavani and Noyal River ( Two main tributaries of cauvery ) flows in the heart of the city. Erode tourist attractions are mostly depend on the ancient temples, rivers and lakes. Bhavani Sangmaeshwarar Temple, Pariyur Amman Temple, sivanmalai, Chennimali, Sangagiri Fort, Vellode Birds Sanctuary are the famous tourist destinations in Erode. Bhavanisagar and kodiveri Dams are the biggest dams in the city. Gobichettipalaym (a small town in Erode) is one the famous shooting spots of kollywood. Erode is well known for its Turmeric Cultivation. So it is widely called as ‘Turmeric City or Yellow City’. 

Erode Turmeric has Geographical Indication Tag. The turmeric cultivation in Erode extends above 14000 hectares. The city is also known as the ‘Textile City or Loom City’. Hand loom fabric Industries are densely located in Erode. Hand loom and power loom textile products are more famous in Erode . Carpet and carts, oil pressing and brass vessel industries also located in Erode from the ancient period itself. 

Erode Cattle markets are the popular cattle markets in the state. The city has hundreds of tannery and cotton spinning mills. Leather and paper industries also seen everywhere in the city. The agriculture based industries are predominant in the city. Erode has a remarkable achievements in the Education department. Many schools and Colleges in the city provide standard education to the students. Medical facilities in the city are maintained by the Government of Tamil Nadu. 

Erode has a well developed transport department. Bus facilities are available to all the states of south India. Erode has one major Railway junction from salem sub division of southern Railway that is interconnected to all over India. Coimbatore International Airport is the nearest airport for Erode people. Erode is a well developed agriculture City in Tamil Nadu.

Highlights of Erode:

• Turmeric or Yellow City
• Bhavanisagar and Kodiveri Dam
• Handloom Textile city
• Cattle Markets
• Vellode Birds Sanctuary

Pros and Cons of Erode:

Pros : Erode is the agriculture city, that supplies more food products to the state. Textile industries also well developed in Erode.

Cons : Compared to agriculture and textile industries, other industries are not much developed in Erode

Frequently Asked Questions about Erode:

What is Erode famous for?

Erode is famous for its Turmeric cultivation and Handloom textile manufacturing.

How Erode got its name?

Erode got its name from the Tamil phrases “Eru odai” (Two streams) or “Eera odu” (Wet skull).

Which river flows in Erode?

Cauvery flows in Bhavani and Noyal rivers in Erode. Palar flows in the boundry between Erode and Karnataka state.

What is the climate in Erode?

Erode has semi moderate climate with high temperature and medieval rainfall throughout the year.

Which caste is powerful in Erode?

Kongu Vellala Gounders is the dominant caste in Erode.