1980
PALANISAMY, S.
Margin15,95519.5%
Winner votes48,26659.0%
ReservationGEN
| # | Candidate | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
PALANISAMY, S. ADK | 48,266 | 59.0% | |
| 2 | VIJAYAN, K. INC(I) | 32,311 | 39.5% |
| 3 | PONNUSAMY, S. K. IND | 593 | 0.7% |
| 4 | RAMASAMY, N. R. IND | 321 | 0.4% |
| 5 | ARIVUDAINAMBI, K. IND | 233 | 0.3% |
| 6 | THAIMALAISAMY, O. IND | 136 | 0.2% |
Turnout58.4%Votes cast81,860Electors1,40,096