Rajapalayam

Rajapalayam is a fast developing Industrial town, located about 90 k.m south of Madurai on the Madurai-Quilon National Highway No.208. Rajapalayam Town is situated at the foot of Western ghat which stretches from Maharastra to Nagerkoil ( Tamilnadu ) through Kerala State.The town grew as a centre for cotton hand looming and weaving that has made the town a more significant zone in Virudunagar district. It has cotton mills and a cement factory.  People of all communities and religions live and contribute some or other to the growth of the town. Ayyanar falls and town of srivilliputur are gain much more popularity to Rajapalyam. Ayyanar Falls gives a new adventures effect by woodland mountain climbing. Sanjeevi hills quoted in epics, it is a historical place. Srivilliputur famous Sri Andal Temple located at Rajapalayam. It has an interesting history; Andal was a great devotee of Lord Krishna. The Tower at the temple entrance gate is the second highest tower in TamilNadu. And the tower is the symbol of TamilNadu government. Shenbagathope Grizelled squirrel Sanctuary has many rare and prevalent varieties of flora and fauna surely feast for the tourist eyes.

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Textile Mills & Address

          There are more than 20 textile (cotton) mills are functioning in rajapalayam . Below are major industries running in Rajapalayam

MILLS	Address
Rajapalayam Mills Limited	Rajapalayam Mills Limited Post Box No.1 P.A.C. Ramasamy Raja Salai, RAJAPALAIYAM – 626 117, Tamil Nadu INDIA. Phone: +91 4563 235666 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting            +91 4563 235666      end_of_the_skype_highlighting Fax : +91 4563 236520 Email : rajacot@vsnl.com
Sri Jayajothi & Co. Ltd.	70, Alagai Nagar, Rajapalayam – 626117. Tamilnadu / India. Ph: 0091-4563-235321 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting            0091-4563-235321      end_of_the_skype_highlighting Fax: 0091-4563-235370 E-mail: jayajothi@jayajothi.com
Sree Karpagambal Mills Ltd.	Cholapuram South P.O., Near Rajapalayam, Pin 626 139. TN Tel: 04563-284651 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting            04563-284651      end_of_the_skype_highlighting,284789, 284652 Fax: 04563-284651 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting            04563-284651      end_of_the_skype_highlighting, 230769 Mail: weaving@karpagambal.com spinning@karpagambal.com
Nachiar Spinning Mills (P) Ltd.,	Post Box No. 23, Srivilliputtur Road Rajapalayam Pincode: 626 117 Ph: 04563 221375/230376 Fax: 04563 230999
Nachiar Spinning Mills (P) Ltd.,	547/15, Rajapalayam Road Post Bag No. 2 Chatrapatti Pincode: 626 102 Ph: 04563 257554/257308 Fax: 04563 257571
M/s. SRINIVASA TEXTILES,	16-M/B, Srivilliputtur Road, CHATRAPATTI – 626 102. T.NADU Via-Rajapalayam, Tel: 04563-257008 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting            04563-257008      end_of_the_skype_highlighting, Fax 257009, 257349

Rajapalayam Dogs

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History

The Rajapalayam was used predominantly for hunting wild boar and as a formidable guard dog. It needs wide open spaces and is very affectionate and devoted towards its owner, although not always demonstrative.They do not usually like to be touched or handled by strangers and are known to be one-man dogs. Most specimens are aggressive and hostile towards strangers, and will attack intruders. Socialization in puppyhood is important. Rajapalayams usually do not get along well with other pets like cats, owing to their strong hunting instincts.

Appearance

It is a large dog, usually measuring about 65–75 cm (25–30 inches) at the withers. It is a hound, and therefore
should be kept in optimum working condition. It tends to be heavier boned than most sighthounds, but shares the depth of chest and basic body structure. Its facial structure is considerably different from that of a Caravan Hound, as it is meant primarily for hunting wild boar. The tail has a slight curl. 

Pink nose, paws & mouth. The most prized colour is milk white, with a pink nose and golden eyes. However, other colours including spotted or solid, black, and brown, are known to occur. In the past, puppies of colour were usually culled from the litters since the owners preferred the pure white dogs. The coat is short and fine. An extremely handsome and graceful dog, the Rajapalayam has a gait similar to the trotting of a thoroughbred horse. As with many fully white dogs, there is a high incidence of deafness in this breed. Puppies born with whitish or blue  eyes are deaf. Many Rajapalayam dogs suffer from mange, though this is usually not a serious problem. Though the breed dates back a few centuries, the creators of the breed unwittingly ended up fashioning an albino dog, characterized by the pink nose and the lack of pigmentation. Future of the breed ,The pure Rajapalayam is more or less extinct, and only a few are to be found in isolated pockets around southern Tamil Nadu. The breed may vanish all together if efforts are not initiated soon to revive it. A dog breeding unit was established at Saidapet, Chennai, during 1980–81. This unit primarily rears native breeds like the Rajapalayam, Combai,  and Chippiparai, whilst also rearing Doberman and Labrador Retriever breeds. The puppies  are sold to the public at reasonable price. To create                    wareness and encourage dog lovers to rear native breeds, the Animal Husbandry Department of the Government of

Tamil Nadu participates in dog shows. Localities have established a cooperative and interested families are given female dogs and expertise that is required for large-scale breeding. The Indian Postal Department has brought out postage stamps on the Rajapalayam, as well as the Mudhol Hound, Rampur Hound, and the Himalayan Sheepdog. The Kennel  Club of India has taken up the cause of the Rajapalayam. With the club's cooperation,the "Save the Rajapalayam Project" has been launched. 

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