1980
G. PALANIRAJA
Margin3,94033.9%
Winner votes7,39663.7%
ReservationGEN
| # | Candidate | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
G. PALANIRAJA DMK | 7,396 | 63.7% | |
| 2 | A. V. VAITHILINGAM ADK | 3,456 | 29.8% |
| 3 | K. MURUGAIYAN IND | 605 | 5.2% |
| 4 | ADRIEN INC(U) | 152 | 1.3% |
Turnout74.8%Votes cast11,609Electors15,512