Madurai district
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Madurai district is one of the 30 districts of the state of Tamil Nadu, in southeastern India. The city of Madurai serves as the district headquarters. It houses the world famous Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwarar temple and is situated on the banks of river Vaigai. The temple with its four big towers (gopurams) and many other small towers is a treat to the eyes.
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[edit] History
Madurai, known as "Athens of the East" The main kingdoms which ruled Madurai during various times are the Pandyas and the Nayaks.
[edit] Divisions
Madurai district comprises seven Taluks.
- Madurai (North)
- Madurai (South)
- Thirumangalam
- Peraiyur
- Usilampatti
- Vadipatti
- Melur
[edit] Demographics
It had a population of 2,578,201 as of 2001. It is 56.01% urbanised as per Census 2001.[1]
The district has a literacy of 78.65%, ranked 7th in the state.
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