சென்னை / CHENNAI
Booths
284
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Male Voters
145.1K
145,072
Female Voters
150.7K
150,696
Transgender
92
Total Voters
295.9K
295,860
Block height = votes. Ribbons connect the same party across elections. Parties with no ribbon are new entrants or did not contest.
Longest Streak
DMK
6 wins (1967-1989)
Closest Race
2016
Margin: 519
Biggest Landslide
DMK
1996 (+58.4K)
Total Elections
17
Since 1952
C. JOSEPH VIJAY
R. D. Sekar
P. Vetrivel
2026 Vote Share
Historical Vote Share
Stacked vote shares by party for each election year
145,072
150,696
92
Based on estimated caste census data
206 male voters
2025
145.1K
145,072
2019
144.9K
144,866
2,012 female voters
2025
150.7K
150,696
2019
148.7K
148,684
33 transgender voters
2025
92
92
2019
59
59
2,251 total voters
2025
295.9K
295,860
2019
293.6K
293,609

6
Wins
3
Wins
The Perambur assembly constituency is located in the Chennai district of Tamil Nadu, covering the city of Perambur. With a total of 295,860 registered voters, the constituency has 145,072 male voters and 150,696 female voters, making it a significant electoral hub in the state. The constituency has 284 polling booths and is classified as a General constituency, with no SC/ST reservation. Perambur is part of the Chennai North Lok Sabha constituency and is one of the 234 State Legislative Assembly Constituencies in Tamil Nadu.
The Perambur constituency has witnessed a fascinating political history, with the DMK and AIADMK being the dominant forces. In the 2021 assembly elections, R. D. Sekar of the DMK won the seat with 105,267 votes, securing a margin of 54,976. This victory marked a significant shift in the constituency's political landscape, as the AIADMK had won the seat in 2016 with P. Vetrivel securing 79,974 votes. The CPI(M) had also enjoyed a strong presence in the constituency, with A. Soundararajan winning the seat in 2011 with 84,668 votes. The constituency has seen a mix of DMK and AIADMK dominance over the years, with the CPI(M) occasionally upsetting the applecart.
Perambur is a significant constituency in the Chennai district, with a rich history and cultural heritage. The area is home to several industries and historical sites, making it an important hub for the state's economy and tourism. The constituency's voter demographics are diverse, with a mix of urban and rural populations. The area's accessibility and infrastructure have improved over the years, with the presence of several polling booths ensuring that voters can exercise their franchise with ease.
The Perambur constituency has seen a steady increase in voter turnout over the years, with the 2021 elections witnessing a significant surge in voting percentages. With 284 polling booths spread across the constituency, voters have easy access to exercise their franchise. The constituency's electoral landscape is expected to remain dynamic, with the DMK and AIADMK likely to remain the dominant forces in the coming years.
AI-generated summary based on Wikipedia and election data
Perambur constituency is primarily known for its manufacturing sector, particularly in the automotive and railway industries, with Integral Coach Factory (ICF) being a major employer. The area is also home to several small-scale engineering and textile trading businesses. The constituency has a strong presence of railway-related industries and is a major transportation hub in Chennai.
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