The history of Chinnasalem dates back to the 16th century. The town was originally known as “Chinnakudi” or “Small Village”. It was later renamed to Chinnasalem, which means “Small Salem”.
Chinnasalem was an important trading center during the Chola and Pandya dynasties. It was also a major stop on the trade route between the Coromandel Coast and the Deccan Plateau.
In the 16th century, Chinnasalem was conquered by the Vijayanagara Empire. After the fall of the Vijayanagara Empire in the 17th century, Chinnasalem came under the control of the Nayaks of Madurai.
In the 18th century, Chinnasalem was conquered by the British East India Company. The town remained under British rule until India’s independence in 1947.
After independence, Chinnasalem became a part of the Madras Presidency. In 1956, the Madras Presidency was divided into the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. Chinnasalem became a part of the newly formed Tamil Nadu state.
Today, Chinnasalem is a thriving town with a population of over 25,000 people. According to the 2011 census, the population of Chinnasalem was 25,106. The male population was 12,291 and the female population was 12,815. The population of Chinnasalem is estimated to have grown to around 34,500 in 2023. The town is a major commercial center in the Kallakurichi district of Tamil Nadu. It is also home to a number of historical and religious sites, which attract tourists from all over the country.
It is an important commercial center in the Kallakurichi district of Tamil Nadu. The town is also home to a number of historical and religious sites, including the Chinnasalem Fort, the Chinnasalem Lake, and the Chinnasalem Temple.
Here are some of the important events in the history of Chinnasalem: