Thirupuvanam, Sivaganga

Thiruppuvanam is considered 16 times holier than Kasi. That Means “it is a veesam more than Kasi” claiming greater reputation than Kasi. Those unable to go to Kasi to immerse the ashes of the departed ones in River Ganga do it here in Vaigai River and light the Moksha Deepa. The famous Pushpavaneswarar temple is situated in south banks of vaigai river. == History ==

The town is located in the bank of the Vaigai river. The town lies through NH47 starts from Ernakulam to Dhanushkodi. == Demographics ==

Population India census, Thiruppuvanam had a population of 21,435. Males constitute 50% of the population and females 50%. Thiruppuvanam has an average literacy rate of 74%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 81%, and female literacy is 66%. == Government and politics ==

This taluk is carved out from Manamadurai taluk. This taluk consist of 3 firkas namely Thiruppuvanam, Thiruppachetti (Thirupachi) and Konthagai ==== --> Civic Utility / Amenities / Services This town has a police station, society and operation of a fire station is in talks. == Economy ==

Tourist Attractions Pushpavaneswarar temple, which is one of the Padal Petra Shiva sthalams. == Transport ==

Thiruppuvanam is situated nearby the Temple city of Madurai. on Madurai-Rameswaram National Highway and 18 km to the east of Madurai. Thiruppuvanam falls under Manamadurai assembly. By Air The nearby airport is Madurai international airport In THIRUPPUVANAM town By Road The town has a railway station which is connected with Madurai city. It is the only block in Sivagangai district which comes under the region of Madurai, due to which most of the facilities given to Madurai and its surrounding areas will be available mostly here. Moreover, it is the only block in the Sivagangai district which has the Madurai city bus facilities and also the Sivagangai bus services. This town is famous for billhook. This town has a TNSTC depot and it is one of the two depots of Madurai division which is operating beyond Madurai district. == Education ==

Due to its nearby location to the city of madurai, many schools, colleges and several industries are present in this taluk and around this town. It is mainly due to the transportation available in this area from madurai.