Athani, Erode
Athani is a panchayat town located about 13 km from Gobichettipalayam in Anthiyur taluk of Erode district in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. Demographics. India census, Athani had a population of 8,453. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Athani has an average literacy rate of 53%, lower than the national average of 59.5%; with 59% of the males and 41% of females literate. 10% of the population is under 6 years of age. Religion. The town has several temples where annual festivals are celebrated. Economy. Athani is a laid back town and lies on  the banks of the Bhavani river which meanders between Savandapur on one side and Athani on the other side. Due to its proximity to the river, People are mainly occupied with agriculture. Paddy, Sugarcane and turmeric are the regular cultivation crops. A lot of films have been shot here. Athani has a lot of temples and the are conducted with usual pomp and fare. The town has at least three banks.