1980
C. P. KARUNAKARAN PILLAI
Margin3,3135.3%
Winner votes31,63951.1%
ReservationGEN
| # | Candidate | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
C. P. KARUNAKARAN PILLAI CPM | 31,639 | 51.1% | |
| 2 | THENNALA BALAKRISHNA PILLAI INC(I) | 28,326 | 45.8% |
| 3 | D. BABY IND | 1,936 | 3.1% |
Turnout69.0%Votes cast61,901Electors89,683