1977
K.S. MURUGESAN
Margin8521.1%
Winner votes24,59432.1%
ReservationGEN
| # | Candidate | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
K.S. MURUGESAN DMK | 24,594 | 32.1% | |
| 2 | V. SWAMINATHAN INC | 23,742 | 30.9% |
| 3 | K. ANANDA NAMBIAR CPM | 18,193 | 23.7% |
| 4 | A.M. SAPTHARISHI NATTAR JNP | 9,237 | 12.0% |
| 5 | M.M. ISMAIL IND | 947 | 1.2% |
Turnout63.3%Votes cast76,713Electors1,21,291