Thirumuruganpoondi
# Thirumuruganpoondi

Thirumuruganpoondi is a Municipality in Tirupur District in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is about 7 kilometres (4 mi) South from Tirupur city and 38 kilometres (24 mi) west from Coimbatore city.

## Etymology

The place derives its name from the Murugan temple: Thirumuruganatheeswar Temple present in the town.

## Geography

The village is about 7 km from Tirupur city and about 4 km from the Avinashi.

## Demographics

As of 2001 India census, Thirumuruganpoondi had a population of 18,459. Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. A.Thirumuruganpoondi has an average literacy rate of 69%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with 58% of the males and 42% of females literate. 12% of the population is under 6 years of age.

## Landmark

Thirumuruganatheeswar Temple.

