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Pollachi

Tamil Nadu, India · Asia

About Pollachi

Pollachi sits on the route: 10 minutes from Achchippatti, 37km from Valparai Forty Hairpin Bends.

Pollachi is a town located in Tamil Nadu, India. With a population of 90,180, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Pollachi sits in India, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kolkata time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Pollachi to your route.

About Pollachi

Pollachi is a town and municipality in Coimbatore district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the administrative headquarters of Pollachi taluk. It is situated near the center of the South Indian Peninsula, surrounded by Western Ghats. Agriculture and textile industries contribute heavily to the economy of the

Read more town and the town is a popular marketplace for jaggery, vegetables and cattle. The town is a part of Pollachi constituency that elects its member to the Tamil Nadu legislative assembly and the Pollachi constituency that elects its member of parliament. The town is administered by Pollachi Municipality established in 1949 and has a population of 90,180 as per the 2011 census. The town is popular for the film shooting that takes place here and many films in Tamil and other languages have been shot here.

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What are the best things to do in Pollachi?

Pollachi offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Pollachi located?

Pollachi is located in Tamil Nadu, India, Asia. The coordinates are 10.6583 latitude, 77.0085 longitude.

What is the population of Pollachi?

Pollachi has a population of approximately 90,180 people, making it a town in India.

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Quick Information

Population
90,180
Continent
Asia
Country
India
Region
Tamil Nadu
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
10.6583, 77.0085

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in India

Police
100
Ambulance
102
Fire
101
All emergencies
112
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from Pollachi

1 notable place within an hour's drive.

famous road

Valparai Forty Hairpin Bends

The Pollachi-Valparai ghat road climbs the Anamalai hills of the Western Ghats through 40 numbered hairpins, with lion-tailed macaques, tea estates and the Aliyar reservoir far below.

37 km · about 45 min drive

Driving roads near Pollachi

  • 37 kmValparai Forty Hairpin BendsThe Pollachi-Valparai ghat road climbs the Anamalai hills of the Western Ghats through 40 numbered hairpins, with lion-tailed macaques, tea estates and the Aliyar reservoir far below.
  • 64 kmMunnar Tea PlantationsRolling emerald hills blanketed with tea gardens at 1,600 meters elevation in the Western Ghats, offering cool mountain air and scenic drives.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

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