Key Updates
About District
In 1910, Ramanathapuram was formed by clubbing portions from Madurai and Tirunelveli districts.
Shri J.F.BRYANT I.C.S. was the first collector. During the British period this district was called as “Ramnad” The name continued after independence. Later the district was renamed as Ramanathapuram to be in conformity with the Tamil Name for this region.
Ramanathapuram is also known as Mugavai(face) as the River Vaigai ends it journey here in the
Palk Strait.view more
General Elections to Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly–2026 Schedules
| Sl No | Events | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Date of Announcement | 15.03.2026 |
| 2 | Filing of Nominations & Issue of Notification | 30.03.2026 |
| 3 | Last date for filing Nominations | 06.04.2026 |
| 4 | Scrutiny of Nominations | 07.04.2026 |
| 5 | Last date for withdrawal of candidature | 09.04.2026 |
| 6 | Date of Poll | 23.04.2026 |
| 7 | Counting of Votes | 04.05.2026 |
District At a Glance
General:
District: Ramanathapuram
HeadQuarters: Ramanathapuram
State: TamilNadu
Area:
Total: 4068.31 Sq.Kms
Urban : 19.09 Sq.Kms
Rural: 4016.86 Sq.Kms
Forest: 32.36 Sq.Kms
Population:
Total: 13,37,560
Male: 6,76,574
Female: 6,60,986
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Important Links
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Government of Tamil Nadu
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District Portals of Tamil Nadu
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Registration Department, Tamil Nadu
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Public Distribution System (PDS)
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Tamil Nadu Tourism
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State Transport Authority, Tamil Nadu
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National Portal of India
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DigiLocker
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Chief Electoral Officer, Tamil Nadu
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Election Commission of India
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State Information Commission
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State Election Commission
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Madras High Court
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Rameswaram Tourism Website
Help Line
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Election Control Room:1800 425 7092
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Police Control Room : 100
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Child Help line : 1098
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Fire and Rescue : 101
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Ambulance Help Line : 102
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Accident Help Line : 108
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Medical Assistance : 104
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Disaster Help Line : 1077
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CM’s Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme : 1800 425 3993
