Gobichettipalayam
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| Gobi or Gobichettipalayam | |
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| Coordinates | 11°28′00″N 77°27′00″E / 11.4667°N 77.4500°E |
| Country |  India |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| District(s) | Erode |
| Population | 55,150 (2001[update]) |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
Gobi or Gobichettipalayam(கோபிசெட்டிபாளையம் in Tamil and गोबिचेट्टिपालयम् in Hindi) is a semi-rural community in the Erode District of Tamil Nadu state, India. A major part of present Gobichettipalayam was previously known as Verapandi Gramam, and more quondam documents and records still use that name. Gobichettipalayam is an important town in the North- Western part of Erode District and is Taluk Head Quarters too. It is situated between 11.46° latitude and 77.26° longitude and at 213M above M.S.L. It is about 40 km from District headquarters.
The town which is a Grade I Municipality, Extends over an area of 7.5 sq.k.m. covering the whole of Veerapandi village and parts of Lakkampatti and Modachur villages. The Town serves as an important source of supply for agricultural in-puts and implements to the adjoining areas.
[edit] Geography
At coordinates 11°28′N 77°26′E / 11.46°N 77.43°E, Gobichettipalayam is about 35 km from District headquarters Erode,45 km from Tirupur and 85 km from Coimbatore. It is moderate and humid for most of the year. The surrounding water logged paddy fields contribute to the high humidity levels.
[edit] Demographics
As of 2001 India census, Gobichettipalayam had a population of 55,150. Males constitute 49% of the population and females 51%. Gobichettipalayam has an average literacy rate of 74%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 80%, and female literacy is 68%. In Gobichettipalayam, 9% of the population is under 6 years of age.
[edit] Municipality
This Municipality was constituted on 01.10.1949 as III grade as per G.O.Ms.No.1948 (Local Administration Department) dated 12.08.1949 with effect from 01.10.1949 and has Elevated to Grade II as per G.O.Ms.No.194 (Local Administration Department) Dated 10.02.1970 and to Ist Grade with effect from 01.10.1977 as per G.O.Ms.No.1532 (R.D & L.A) dt.21.09.1977, and to Selection Grade as per G.O.Ms.No.238 (MA&WS) dt 02.12.2008.
The total length of roads in Gobichettipalayam town is 67.604 K.M. out of 6.60 K.M. of roads belong to the State Highways Department and the remaining 61.004 K.M. belong to the Municipality.
Protected Water Supply Scheme is available in this town which was executed in the year 1958. The source of water is from the Bhavani River flowing at about 6 K.M. from the town. The Head Works is situated on the Bank of the river Bhavani in the village called Kodamedu. The water pumped to the elevated reservoirs situated at various places within the Municipal limit. The total number of over head tanks are 6 and the total length of distribution mains were 77.60 K.M. On the way from Head Works, water is also supplied to Lakkampatti Village.
The major sources of revenue for this Municipality are property tax, Profession Tax, Water Charges, and rental income from shops.
The Municipality Maintains one bus stand, one weekly sandy, one daily market and shopping complexes.
[edit] Economy
The Primary and tertiary activities are the Main Function of Gobichettipalayam town. This town can be considered as Bi-Functional Town. The work force constitutes about 38% of the population 31% of the work force is engaged in agriculture, 13% in small industries (Small Scale and Cottage) and 56 % in trading and other activities. There are no major industries within the jurisdiction of the local body. The town serves as an important source of supply for agricultural in-puts and implements and other services to the adjoining areas.
[edit] Politics
Gobichettipalayam was a parliamentary constituency until 2009. It lost its place to the newly formed Tirupur Constituency during delimination by Election Commission. Now Gobichettipalayam assembly constituency is part of Tirupur (Lok Sabha constituency).[1] The Lok Sabha constituency an agrarian constituency situated in the belt of Keezhbhavani ayacuts. The constituency has many demands of which one of the main demands is to establish a railway link with other towns.Plans have been made since the British rule but they still remain in paper. Gobichettipalayam constituency remained the only constituency without a railway line in Tamilnadu until delimination.
[edit] Agriculture
The work force constitutes about 38% of the population 31% of the work force is engaged in agriculture, 13% in small industries (Small Scale and Cottage) and 56 % in trading and other activities. There are no major industries within the jurisdiction of the local body. The town serves as an important source of supply for agricultural in-puts and implements and other services to the adjoining areas.
The economy of Gobichettipalayam centers on agriculture viz paddy, sugarcane, plantain,tobacco and turmeric.Its famous for its lush green paddy fields which attracts cine industry. There are also growing numbers of spinning mills to support the weaving industry developing in the region. Gobichettipalayam is well known for its plantain cultivation and the production of coconuts. Its one of the leading producers of white silk in the country with the country's first automatic silk reeling unit located here.
[edit] Infrastructure
Gobichettipalayam is well connected by two main roads (major State HIghway roads) passing through the center of the town. One connecting Erode and Sathyamangalam and another connecting Gobichettipalayam and Dharapuram/Tirupur. One district highway connecting Gobi and Anthiyur.
The primary and tertiary activities are the main function of Gobichettipalayam town. This town can be considered a bi-functional town. The work force constitutes about 38% of the population 31% of the work force is engaged in agriculture, 13% in small industries (Small-Scale and Cottage) and 56% in trading and other activities. There are no major industries within the jurisdiction of the local body. The town serves as an important source of supply for agricultural inputs and implements and other services to the adjoining areas.
[edit] Soil condition
Gobichettipalayam Town comprises three revenue villages, namely “VEERAPANDI” and parts of other villages viz. “LAKKAMPATTI” and “MODACHUR”. These villages have three different types of soils: black loam, red loam and red sand. The percentages of red loam, red sand and black loam are 50%, 30% and 20% respectively.
In general, the soil in and around the town is fertile and good for agriculture purposes.
[edit] Climate condition
The temperature is moderate throughout the year except during summer. The average rainy days are 50 per year. Rainfall is moderate, uncertain and not well distributed. It is warm and humid for most of the year. The town is not windy but the abundance of trees and vegetation surrounding the town makes its climate pleasant.
[edit] Occupational structures
The main functions of this town are the primary and tertiary activities. The workforce constitutes about 38% of the population. 31% of the work force is engaged in agriculture, 21% in small industries (Small scale and cottage) and 48% in trading and other activities. There are no major industries. The town serves as an important source of supply for agricultural inputs, and supplies other services to the adjoining areas.
[edit] Fairs and festivals
There are two old hill temples dedicated to Lord Subramanya at Pavalamalai and Pachaimalai, about 3 km from the town centre. All Saivite, Koumaram and Hindu festivals are celebrated at these two temples, especially 'Thai Poosam' in Jan/Feb, 'Panguni Utthiram' in March, and 'Skanda Sashti' in Oct/Nov The festivals at these two hill temples are always joined with Annadhanam (distribution of food for all). 5 km from the town there is an old “Siva Temple” at Pariyur which was patronized by Cholas and Koysalas.
There is one Seetha Kalyanamandapam constructed in a vast area where four weddings could take place at a time. Also there is an Amman Temple in Pariyur, 5 km from Gobichettipalayam Town, where a “Fire Walking Ceremony” is held during December–January every year. The annual car festival is held here in January for three days. This temple attracts a large gathering from the surrounding places during festival time.
[edit] Other Physical Features
An Anaicut namely “Kodiveri Anaicut” situated in Gobichettipalayam Taluk, about 17 km. west of Gobichettipalayam Town, was constructed by the ancient Maharaja of Mysore in the 17th century. Two channels from the anaicut are taken around the town. One is on the northern side of Bhavani River and the other on the southern side, named “Arakkan Kottai Channel” and “Thadapalli Channel” respectively. Lands north of Gobichettipalayam Town are fertile due to the flow of the Thadapalli channel. Cultivation of sugar cane and paddy are predominant in this area.
[edit] Tourism
Gobichettipalayam boasts some famous tourist spots like Kodivery dam and Gunderi Pallam Dam near the periphery of forests. This place is also famous for religious attractions like Pariyur Kondathu Kaliamman Temple (www.kondathukaliamman.org), Pachaimalai Balamurugan Hill Temple (www.pachaimalai.in) and Pavalamalai Muthu Kumaraswamy Hill Temple. Because of the scenic beauty and cultural richness, outdoor shooting of the film industry thrives in this area.
[edit] Marriage Ceremonies
Because of the cultural and religious importance, people prefer Gobi for marriages of their kith and kin. People as far as from Delhi with roots in Tamil Nadu conduct their marriage rituals here. That paved the way for a strong Cook's association (Samayal Kalaignar Sangam).
[edit] Famous people
Late Thiru. S.K.Sami Gounder — Freedom fighter, Ex MLA & Industrialist
Thiru. G.S.Lakshmanan — Freedom fighter & Philanthropist
Thiru. K.M.Ramasamy goundar — Ex. MLC, MLA — Great educationist & Gandhian
Thiru. P.K.Muthuvellappa Gounder — Philanthropist
Late Thiru. K.L.Ramaswami — Ex MLA & Educationist
Thiru. K.S.Ramasamy — Ex MP & Minister
Late Dr.K.S.Janakarathnam, M.B.,B.S — Physician, Educationist & Industrialist
Thiru. K.A.Senkottaiyan — MLA & Ex Minister
Late Thiru. G.N Viswanathan — Industrialist & Ex President Rotarian
Late Thiru. R.S.Subramanya Iyer — Advocate
Thiru P.M.Palanisamy — Industrialist
[edit] Media and communication
The city has two major English dailies, The Hindu and the New Indian Express. Tamil-language morning dailies include Dina Malar, Dina Thanthi, Dina Mani and Dinakaran, and there are two eveninhg papers, Tamil Murasu and Malar. A shortwave radio station is operated by All India Radio, with most programmes in Tamil, English and Hindi. Five FM radio stations are available in Gobi: Rainbow FM by All India Radio, Suryan FM by the Sun Network, Radio Mirchi, Radio City, and Hello FM. These private radio stations air exclusively Tamil programmes, including film music broadcast from Coimbatore.
[edit] Telecommunications
Gobi has good a communications infrastructure, with all major service providers present in the area. Services available are DOT landline, CDMA and GSM. Fiber-optic cables were laid in 2001, improving internet access, which had begun with the establishment of a dial-up and broadband connection in 1996.
[edit] Cuisine
Gobichettipalayam cuisine is predominantly south Indian with rice as its base. Gobi flavours are generally fairly mild. Most locals still retain their rural flavour, with many restaurants serving food on a banana leaf. North Indian, Chinese and continental cuisines are also available. Mysorepa (a sweet made from lentil flour and ghee), idly, dosa, Halwa (a sweet made of different ingredients like milk, wheat, rice) and vada-sambar and Biryani are popular among the locals. Coffee shops and pizza houses have been on the increase, and serve as meeting places for young people. Garam Poori (Beet Salsa mixed with puffed rice) is a very popular evening snack, which goes with Thattuvadai (lentil chips).
[edit] Culture
The people of Gobi are generally regarded as warm and hospitable. Foreigners are always welcome. There are a significant numbers of people from other cultures like North Indians, Gurkas and Malayalis.
The town is home to the Pariyur Kondathu Kaliamman Temple, a 5-acre (20,000 m2) Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Kaliamman (an incarnation of Kali). There is also the hill temple of Arulmigu Balamurugan, Pachaimalai.[2] As the main economy is agriculture and the ambience is rural, the town is known for its lush green spectacular paddy fields that extend in all directions.
[edit] Healthcare
The city has numerous hospitals. Apart from the Government hospital, several multi-facility hospitals function in the city. The district's health department is amongst the best in terms of implementing government-initiated health schemes. Several rare surgical procedures have taken place here. The polio eradication programme is heavily assisted by the city's Rotary Clubs, who also regularly donate ambulances for smaller hospitals. The city also has numerous homeopathic clinics run by NGOs.
The fast pace of industrialisation, rising population and an increase in health awareness have led to the growth of the healthcare industry in Gobi. The city stands second to Erode in the district for highly affordable and quality healthcare of international standard.
Gobi is also the preferred healthcare destination for the floating population from nearby towns and districts and also nearby districts of Kerala. The growth of the hospitals in the city can be attributed to the vision of the industrialists here to bridge the gap between growing health needs and the existing services. Many of the private hospitals in the city are promoted by industrialists as an extension of their business portfolio and their service to the society.
[edit] Education
Gobi provides quality school education. There are a lot of schools and Gobichettipalayam educational district sends the second highest number of students to medical colleges every year. But colleges are less in the area. The proximity to Coimbatore solves the problem.
[edit] Schools
- Shree Vidyalaya Matriculation Higher Secondary School(Well known for its education combined with spiritual teachings)& Full Time Dyslexic Centre.
- Diamond Jubilee Higher Secondary School (one of the oldest schools,Established in the year 1898 and visited by Gandhi.)
- Municipal High school, Modachur
- Amala Matric Higher Secondary School
- Govt Higher Secondary School for Boys
- Govt Higher Secondary School for Girls
- Polavakkalipalayam Govt Higher Secondary School
- Bharathi Vidhyalaya high school
- Saratha Matriculation School
- Shree Gurukulam Higher Secondary School
- Kamban Kalvi Nilayam High School
- Sri Venkateshwara HSS
- ST.Pauls Matriculation Higher Secondary School
- ST.Theresa's primary school
- Panchayat Union Middle School, K.Mettupalayam
- Euro kids play school
- Apple kids play school
- Gandhi Kalvi Nilayam
[edit] Engineering colleges
- Shree Venkateshwara Hi-Tech Engineering College (Gobi)
- Bannari Amman Institute of Technology (Sathy)
- JKK Munirajah College of Technology ( TN Palayam)
[edit] Arts & Science Colleges
- Gobi Arts and Science College
- P.K.R. Arts College For Women
- Saratha Arts and Science College
[edit] Polytechnic & Catering College
- Andavar Polytechnic college
- Annai JKK Sampoorni Ammal polytechnic college
- Anbu catering college
- Vivekanadha ITI
[edit] Filmography
Director K. Bagyaraj hails from nearby and is famous for his films shot here. Many films have been shot here and hence the place is rightly called as 'Chinna Kodambakkam'(Miniature of Kollywood).Lots of Tamil, Malayalam, and a few Hindi movies have been shot in Gobi. Chinnathambi, Parambarai, Nattamai, Janaki Raman, Tulasi, Senthamizh Pattu, Englishkaran are some of them.
The town has four operational theaters: 1. Sri Valli DTS digital 2. Indira DTS digital 3. Nagaiya DTS 4. Jayamaruthi DSP digital
[edit] References
- ^ "List of Parliamentary and Assembly Constituencies" (PDF). Tamil Nadu. Election Commission of India. http://archive.eci.gov.in/se2001/background/S22/TN_ACPC.pdf. Retrieved 2008-10-10.
- ^ [www.pachaimalai.in]
[edit] External links
- Gobichettipalayam Municipality Home Page
- Coimbatore-Gobi
- Gobi-Official-Site
- Gobichettipalayam
- Video "Gobichettipalayam - A Beautiful Place"
- Gobi Arts & Science College
- Pachaimalai Unofficial Site
[edit] See also
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