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Anantapuram, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Anantapuram is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 6,892. Elevation: 331 ft (101 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,892 Population 19/sq mi density
331 ft Elevation 101 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
41.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,300 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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People

Population6,892
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density19/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,300
Per Capita$3,350
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty8.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units2,757
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Population6,892
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Coordinates12.1186°, 79.3822°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation41.5 inches (1,055 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Anantapuram

Anantapuram is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 6,892. The city sits at an elevation of 331 feet (101 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Anantapuram has a population of 6,892 with a density of 19 people per square mile, spread across 367.9 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,892
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
367.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Anantapuram vs India Average

The median household income in Anantapuram is $3,300, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $64, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 124 business establishments.

Income: Anantapuram vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,300
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,350
Avg Weekly Wage$64

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above India avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below India avg
Establishments (County)124

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Anantapuram is $25,000, 91% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $55 (95% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,757 total housing units in the city. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$25,000
91% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$55
95% below India avg
Rent Burden26.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,757

Property Tax

Anantapuram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 331 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.2°F
54% above India avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Area367.9 sq mi (952.9 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates12.1186°N, 79.3822°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.5"
9% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.66"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Sep 25, 2001.

Sep 25, 2001 39 km SE of Marakkanam, India M5.2 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Michaung (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Michaung Category 1 272 km
2020 Nivar Category 1 137 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 183 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 123 km
2011 Thane Category 2 73 km
2010 Laila Category 1 283 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 81 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 80 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 265 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 133 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 69 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in
March 83°F (29°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 87°F (31°C) 0.8 in
May 90°F (32°C) 1.9 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 1.7 in
July 86°F (30°C) 3.5 in
August 86°F (30°C) 6.2 in
September 85°F (29°C) 5.8 in
October 82°F (28°C) 8.7 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in
December 76°F (25°C) 3.7 in

Anantapuram has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 76°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.7") and March the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Anantapuram

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Government HIgh school Melkaranai(605202)
primary sdchool melkaranaai
melkaranai Circket ground..
Govt.school Brahmadesam
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Museums in Anantapuram

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Rock Paintings, Sethavarai, Sathiyamangalam

Libraries in Anantapuram

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
District Central Library, Villupuram0.0
I.F.E.T Library0.0
Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Anantapuram

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
fish market
Regulated Market Committee
Uzhavar Santhai

Monuments in Anantapuram

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jain Beds & Cave and Brahmi Inscription
Rock Paintings, Kilvalai

Gas Stations in Anantapuram

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #1013757989

Airports Near Anantapuram

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pondicherry AirportPNYMedium Airport
Neyveli AirportNVYSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Anantapuram

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
aiyanaar kovil
angala amman kovil
angala amman kovil
Angala parameswari temple
kannimar koil new
perumal kovil
pidari amman kovil
pillayar temple
pothu kovil
sivan temple
vinayagar kovil

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Anantapuram

What is the population of Anantapuram?

Anantapuram has a population of 6,892 residents and is located in India. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 367.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Anantapuram expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,300, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $25,000 (91% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $55 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Anantapuram?

Anantapuram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches.

How is the job market in Anantapuram?

Anantapuram has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $64. There are 124 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Anantapuram?

The median home value in Anantapuram is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.

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