kollidam block

Kollidam Block

It is spread over 231.54 sq.kms. Kollidam block is situated on the northern most corner of the district bordering Cuddalore District. 76% of the people are engaged in agriculture. Rest are engaged in other activities. Surplus agriculture labourer can be diverted to take up some lucrative ventures. Thirumullaivasal where fishing activity is taking place in good amount offers good scope for marine based items such as fish processing, ice candy, fish pickle, nylon nets. Apart from this, there is scope for activities on fly ash bricks, readymade garments, modern rice mill, oil palm cultivation, electronic toys, repairing and servicing of motor boats etc. Korai mat weaving and cane furniture for which Kollidam and its surrounding villages are known for can expand their activities so as to cater to the needs of other states apart from their local market. Embroidery, tyre carts, mosaic tiles, repairing and servicing of automobiles offer good scope. Further as this area is very fertile and well irrigated, horticulture product cultivation farm cum processing centres can be set up in and around Kollidam. In addition to tobacco cultivation and floriculture, especially jasmine can be cultivated in good area as this soil is good for that. An industry for extracting jasmine oil can be set up after bringing substantial area under cultivation.