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Annur is a semi-urban town in the northern part of Coimbatore district, located approximately 25 km from the city centre along the road towards Karamadai and Mettupalayam. The town serves as a taluk headquarters and is a hub for the surrounding agricultural belt, with a traditional economy centred on farming (coconut, banana, turmeric, and vegetable cultivation), poultry, and small-scale industries. Annur has a well-defined town centre with a bus stand, market, government offices, and schools, surrounded by an expansive rural hinterland of villages and agricultural lands. The nearby Karamadai town and the foothills of the Western Ghats add to the area's distinct character.
For Annur residents, farmers, and small business owners, rooftop and ground-mount solar represent an excellent opportunity to reduce electricity costs and achieve energy independence. The area's open landscapes, minimal shading, abundant sunlight (Coimbatore district averages 5.0-5.3 kWh/m2/day), and large property sizes make Annur one of the most naturally solar-friendly locations in the district.
Annur's Property Profile
Agricultural Properties
Agriculture dominates Annur's economy:
- Farm houses: Independent houses on agricultural plots ranging from 1 acre to 10+ acres, with ample roof and ground area for solar
- Poultry farms: A major industry in the Annur-Karamadai belt, with large shed rooftops and high electricity consumption (ventilation fans, lighting, feed processing) of 3,000-15,000 units monthly
- Agricultural pumpsets: Bore-well and open-well pumps for irrigation, typically consuming 500-2,000 units monthly on agricultural tariff
- Cold storage and processing units: Small agro-processing facilities with moderate to high consumption
Solar potential: Outstanding. Large property sizes, open skies with no high-rise shading, and both rooftop and ground-mount options make Annur ideal for systems ranging from 3 kW residential to 100+ kW agricultural and industrial.
Residential Town Core
Annur town has a compact residential centre:
- Independent houses: Plots of 1,000-5,000 sq ft with G+1 construction — larger than typical urban Coimbatore plots at much lower land costs
- Older homes: Some properties dating back several decades, with traditional construction
- New developments: Recent residential layouts on the town's outskirts catering to families seeking affordable spacious homes
- Monthly consumption: 150-400 units for typical households
Commercial Properties
Annur's commercial activity includes:
- The market area near the bus stand with shops, grocery stores, and hardware outlets
- Agricultural input dealers (seeds, fertilisers, equipment)
- Poultry feed and equipment suppliers
- Small restaurants and provision stores
TANGEDCO Procedures for Annur
Annur falls under TANGEDCO Coimbatore Rural Distribution Circle (or Mettupalayam Sub-Division, depending on the specific location).
Key TANGEDCO Offices
- Section Office: TANGEDCO Annur Section, located in Annur town near the bus stand
- Sub-Division: Annur / Mettupalayam Sub-Division
- Distribution Circle: Coimbatore Rural
- Nearest TANGEDCO payment centre: Annur TANGEDCO branch office
Net Metering Process
- Application: Submit at the Annur section office with system details and vendor certificate
- Feasibility check: TANGEDCO inspects the site and checks transformer capacity (typically 20-30 days in rural areas)
- Installation: After feasibility approval, install the system through the registered vendor
- Commissioning: Submit test reports and request net meter installation
- Net meter: TANGEDCO installs the bidirectional meter (may take 45-60 days in rural sections)
Annur-Specific Notes
- Rural TANGEDCO sections process fewer solar applications, so processing times may be slightly longer than urban Coimbatore
- Agricultural connections have separate solar policies and may qualify for different subsidy schemes (PM-KUSUM for agricultural solar pumps)
- For poultry farms and agro-industries, ensure the correct tariff category is used in the solar application
- Power supply in rural areas can be less reliable — solar with battery backup provides energy security
Costs and Savings
Residential System Costs and ROI
| System Size | Net Cost (after subsidy) | Monthly Generation | Monthly Savings | Payback Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 kW | Rs 40,000-65,000 | 270-290 units | Rs 1,200-2,000 | 3-3.5 years |
| 3 kW | Rs 70,000-1,00,000 | 400-430 units | Rs 2,100-3,300 | 3-3.5 years |
| 5 kW | Rs 2,00,000-2,70,000 | 670-720 units | Rs 4,200-6,000 | 4-4.5 years |
Agricultural and Poultry Farm Solar
| System Size | Approximate Cost | Monthly Generation | Monthly Savings | Payback Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 kW | Rs 5,50,000-6,50,000 | 1,340-1,440 units | Rs 9,400-14,400 | 3.5-4.5 years |
| 25 kW | Rs 15,00,000-17,00,000 | 3,350-3,600 units | Rs 23,500-36,000 | 3.5-4.5 years |
| 50 kW | Rs 28,00,000-32,00,000 | 6,700-7,200 units | Rs 47,000-72,000 | 3-4 years |
| 100 kW | Rs 52,00,000-60,00,000 | 13,400-14,400 units | Rs 94,000-1,44,000 | 3-3.5 years |
Note: Annur's cleaner air and slightly cooler temperatures (compared to urban Coimbatore) deliver 3-5% higher generation.
Typical Annur Poultry Farm Scenario
Scenario: Poultry farm with 10,000 sq ft shed, monthly consumption 8,000 units (ventilation fans, lighting), 50 kW system
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| System cost | Rs 30,00,000 |
| Monthly generation | 6,950 units |
| Monthly savings (at Rs 7.5/unit) | Rs 52,100 |
| Annual savings | Rs 6,25,200 |
| Payback period | 4.8 years |
| 25-year savings | Rs 1.56 crore |
Typical Annur Residential Scenario
Scenario: Independent house on a 2,000 sq ft plot, G+1, 1-2 ACs, monthly consumption 300 units, 3 kW system
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Net cost after subsidy | Rs 85,000 |
| Monthly generation | 415 units |
| Monthly savings | Rs 2,000 |
| Annual savings | Rs 24,000 |
| Payback period | 3.5 years |
| 25-year savings | Rs 6.0 lakh |
Area-Specific Considerations
Solar for Poultry Farms
Annur's poultry industry is a major solar opportunity:
- Large shed rooftops: Poultry sheds have 5,000-20,000 sq ft of metal roofing — ideal for solar
- High consumption: Ventilation fans, foggers, lighting, and feed processing consume 5,000-15,000 units monthly
- Daytime alignment: Poultry farm electricity consumption is highest during daytime (fans and cooling), perfectly matching solar generation
- Temperature reduction: Solar panels on shed rooftops reduce internal temperature by 3-5 degrees, directly benefiting poultry welfare and reducing cooling energy needs
- Biosecurity advantage: Solar reduces the need for diesel generators during power cuts, avoiding the noise and fumes that can stress poultry
Agricultural Pump Solar (PM-KUSUM)
Farmers in the Annur area can benefit from the PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) scheme:
- Component A: Small solar power plants (500 kW to 2 MW) on barren or fallow land
- Component B: Standalone solar agricultural pumps (up to 7.5 HP) with 60% subsidy
- Component C: Solarisation of existing grid-connected agricultural pumps with net metering
For Annur farmers with existing bore-well or open-well pumps consuming 500-2,000 units monthly, solarising the pump connection can virtually eliminate the electricity bill.
Ground-Mount Solar Potential
Annur's agricultural setting means many properties have unused open land:
- Ground-mount solar systems can be installed on fallow land, farm boundaries, or designated open areas
- Ground-mount is easier to clean and maintain than rooftop systems
- Larger systems (25-100 kW) are often more cost-effective as ground-mount installations
- Agri-voltaics (solar panels above cropland with cultivation continuing below) is an emerging option for productive farmland
Rural Grid Reliability
Annur experiences occasional power cuts, particularly during monsoon season:
- Solar with battery: A battery-backed system provides backup power during outages, protecting perishable produce (cold storage) and maintaining poultry farm operations
- Hybrid inverter: A single hybrid inverter can manage solar, battery, and grid inputs seamlessly
- Generator replacement: Solar with battery can reduce or eliminate dependence on diesel generators, saving on fuel costs and maintenance
Annur Landmarks and Solar Context
- Annur Bus Stand: The commercial and transport centre of the town
- Annur Taluk Office: Government administrative headquarters for the taluk
- Karamadai (nearby): Adjacent town with its own market, railway station, and residential base
- Mettupalayam Road: The connecting road to Coimbatore city and to the Nilgiris
- Western Ghats foothills: The nearby hills provide a scenic backdrop and a slightly cooler microclimate
- Poultry belt: The Annur-Karamadai-Periyanaickenpalayam corridor is one of Tamil Nadu's largest poultry farming zones
- Agricultural lands: Coconut groves, banana plantations, and vegetable farms surrounding the town
Next Steps for Annur Residents and Farmers
Annur's open landscapes, large properties, agricultural economy, and Coimbatore district's excellent solar irradiance make it one of the most naturally solar-friendly locations in Tamil Nadu. Whether you own a poultry farm, an agricultural property, or a home in Annur town, solar offers strong financial returns and energy security.
- Calculate your savings with our online tool
- Request a free site assessment — we will evaluate your property, assess roof or ground-mount options, and provide a detailed proposal
- Start saving: Every month without solar is a month of paying Rs 6-10/unit for electricity that the Coimbatore district sun could provide for free
Tristar serves the entire Coimbatore district with a team experienced in agricultural, poultry farm, and residential solar installations. We manage the complete process from design to TANGEDCO net metering approval, including PM-KUSUM scheme applications.
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