Current MLA Snapshot
Key details about the current representative
Education
Graduate B.A. Degree From Madras University on March 1989
Profession
Not Available
Assets
₹ 15,000
Criminal Cases
0
Winning Margin
2,724 Votes
Win Rate
100%
P.VISWANATHAN is the incumbent MLA of Melur Constituency, elected in 2026 from INC with a winning margin of 2,724 votes.
Constituency Insights
Key trends and characteristics based on recent elections.
Seat Type
Lean
This constituency shows lean election outcomes in recent cycles.
Party Leaning
Swing between parties
No single party has consistently dominated recent elections.
Turnout Trend
Increasing
Voter turnout has increasing in recent elections.
Elector Profile
Balanced electorate
Balanced representation across genders.
Political Stability
Moderate change
The winning party has changed frequently across elections.
Election Statistics
Voter Turnout & Elector Data
Historical Data| Year | Total Electors | Votes Polled | Poll% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 229,821 | 190,726 | 82.99% |
| 2021 | 239,856 | 182,782 | 75.8% |
| 2016 | 232,476 | 172,501 | 74.2% |
Gender Distribution
Latest Data (2026)
Election History
Past winners and performance in melur
Past Winners List
Tamil Nadu Elections| Year | Winner | Party | Margin | Full Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | P.VISWANATHAN | INC INC | 2,724 | View |
| 2021 | PERIYAPULLAN P Alias SELVAM | AIADMK AIADMK | 35,162 | View |
| 2016 | PERIYAPULLAN P Alias SELVAM | AIADMK AIADMK | 19,723 | View |
Election Intelligence
How does melur compare to the statewide trends? Explore the full 2026 assembly election analysis to see performance across all 234 seats, regional patterns, and candidate analytics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the current MLA of Melur?
P.VISWANATHAN from Indian National Congress is the current MLA of Melur constituency.
What is the voter turnout in Melur?
In the 2026 elections, the voter turnout in Melur was 82.99%.