Pugalur, known as paper town, is situated in
Karur District of
Tamil Nadu. The Tamil Nadu Newsprint and Papers Ltd, one of the major paper manufacturing mills of South India, is situated here. In addition to the paper industry it also has various other industries. Pugalur has a number of temples, which are classic examples of architectural excellence. Pugalur is 87 km from
Tiruchirapalli.
Nearest airport is Tiruchirapalli Airport.
Pugalur Railway Station has connections with Tiruchirapalli and nearby places.