Gandhipuram, Coimbatore

Gandhipuram is a commercial neighbourhood and heart of the city of Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu, India. The Regional Transport Office of Coimbatore Central(TN-66) is also located just 2 km from Gandhipuram. Before the emergence of Gandhipuram as the largest shopping and commercial hub, Ukkadam and Oppanakkara Street were considered the heart of Coimbatore city. It is situated in the middle of the city, the place is an important centre for shopping and entertainment, and also a major hub for the intra-city bus services.

Gandhipuram
Heart of Coimbatore
Dr. Nanjappa Road
Gandhipuram
Location in Tamil Nadu, India
Coordinates: 11.2°N 77.2°E / 11.2; 77.2
CountryIndia
StateTamil Nadu
DistrictCoimbatore
MetroCoimbatore
ZoneCoimbatore North
Ward30-33
Named forMahatma Gandhi
Area
 • Total5 km2 (2 sq mi)
Elevation
411 m (1,348 ft)
Languages
 • OfficialTamil
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
641012
Telephone code91-422
Vehicle registrationTN-66
Lok Sabha constituencyCoimbatore
Vidhan Sabha constituencyCoimbatore North

Geography

The nerve centre of Gandhipuram is Dr. Nanjappa Road. This road passes through the centre point of Gandhipuram. It is located about 15 km from the Coimbatore International Airport and about 5 km from City railway station, 4 km from Coimbatore North Junction and 10 km from Podanur railway station and is well connected to local bus services to various parts of the city. Gandhipuram shares a border with Ram Nagar, Tatabad, Sivananda Colony, Rathinapuri, Sidhapudur and PN Palayam.[1]

Economy

Gandhipuram is one of the major commercial centers in Coimbatore. Many industries in and around Coimbatore operate their corporate offices from Gandhipuram. Cross Cut Road in Gandhipuram is one of the major shopping areas in Coimbatore city.[2]

Infrastructure

Coimbatore district central jail is in located in Gandhipuram.[3] To ease the traffic congestion, a two-tier flyover is being constructed at a cost of ₹168 crore.[4] The largest stadium of the city, Nehru Stadium, is about 3 km from Gandhipuram. While there are several gardens and park in Coimbatore City, the largest garden and play area is VOC park and zoo.

Transport

Gandhipuram has Gandhipuram Central Bus Terminus is one of the major bus terminus in the city. It handles buses towards:

Commercial shops

Commercial shops established on Cross Cut Road include:

  1. Sri Lakshmi Complex
  2. SPP Silks
  3. Pothys
  4. The Chennai Silks
  5. Ganapathy Silks
  6. PSR Silks
  7. Shree Devi Textile
  8. Mahaveer Textiles
  9. Kumaran Thangamaligai
  10. Jos Alukkas Jewellery
  11. Joy Alukkas Jewellery
  12. Josco Jewellers
  13. Malabar Gold & Diamonds
  14. Kirtilals
  15. Prince Jewellery
  16. Kalyan Jewellers
  17. GRT Jewellers
  18. Bhima Jewels
  19. Viveks
  20. Sathya Agencies
  21. Vasanth & co
  • VOC Park
  • VOC Park
  • Rajaji Statue
  • Anna statue

References
  1. "Gandhipuram Borders : Map showing surrounding areas of Gandhipuram".
  2. Coimbatore's wealth creators, The Hindu
  3. Subbaraj, A. "Lack of CCTVs affects security at Central jail." Times of India. 25 March 2011. Retrieved on 14 May 2012.
  4. "Chemmozhi Maanadu announcement : Tamil Nadu CM announced construction of flyover at Gandhipuram". The Hindu. Chennai, India. 29 June 2010.
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