Industries

* **Education:** The primary non-agricultural driver of the local economy, anchored by large colleges and competitive exam coaching centers. * **Agriculture (Rubber):** Harvesting, initial processing (smoking rubber sheets), and trading of natural rubber. * **Retail & Hospitality:** Small-scale retail, bakeries, cafes, and hostels designed to support the large student population. * **Banking & Finance:** A strong local presence of commercial and cooperative banks managing agricultural loans and NRI remittances.