Uthiramerur PIN Codes: 603002 to 631606 | Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu

Key Facts

Uthiramerur is a town and municipality located in the Kanchipuram district of Tamil Nadu, India. Situated approximately 85 kilometers southwest of Chennai, this historic town lies in the northeastern part of Tamil Nadu state, positioned between the Palar and Cheyyar rivers. With an estimated population of around 25,000-30,000 residents, Uthiramerur covers an area of approximately 15 square kilometers and serves as an important agricultural and administrative center for the surrounding rural areas. The town is administratively organized into multiple wards and contains several smaller villages within its municipal jurisdiction. Uthiramerur holds significant historical importance as the site of ancient inscriptions dating back to the 10th century during the Chola dynasty, particularly famous for the Uthiramerur inscriptions that document one of the earliest known democratic electoral systems in world history. These inscriptions detail sophisticated voting procedures and qualifications for local governance, making the town a valuable archaeological and historical site. The municipality is divided into multiple administrative wards that manage local governance and public services. For residents and businesses seeking to access postal services, detailed postal code information is available for all sub-regions and neighborhoods within Uthiramerur municipality.

Neighboring Regions

• Kanchipuram
• Madurantakam
• Chengalpattu
• Sriperumbudur