Podanur
Podanur is a town 6 km southeast of the City of Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu, India. Its History goes back to the creation of a major Railway station and colony during British rule.
The station has lost its importance after the major railway stations were built at Coimbatore and Palakkad.
However, it is still a significant junction and a few trains that do not go to Coimbatore stop at Podanur.
Podanur was an important location during the British era, and it served as a major colony for the British.
The quarters built and used by the British are still used by the Indian Railways.
The town is now becoming an important suburb of Coimbatore.
Many white – collar and blue – collar workers from Podanur work there.
Other towns surrounding Podanur are Kuruchi and Vellalore.
The Kari motor speedway and the Coimbatore golf course are at Chettipalayam near Podanur.
The Eachanari temple on the Pollachi road is three kilometres from Podanur.
There is a sporting ground in Podanur, called the Silver jublee ground , it is well known for its vast playing area.
Some of the Industries that thrived in this area are :
- Southern Railway Signal and Telecom workshop
- Eternit Everest Industries Limited ( Asbestos factory )
- Chandrika Soap factory
- Prabhu’s Ink ( possibly now defunct )
- G.D Weiler
- Tamil Nadu Agro industries
Many small scale industries which supply ancillary parts to the railway workshop are located here also.
Podanur is well – connected to Coimbatore by trains and buses.
Many autos, rickshaws, and taxis are found travelling to and from Podanur to Coimbatore and other surrounding towns.
The nearest Airport is the Coimbatore Airport.