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Arimalam, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Arimalam is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 8,948. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,948 Population 36/sq mi density
262 ft Elevation 80 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
38.2 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
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Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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About Arimalam

Arimalam is a town panchayat in the district of Pudukkottai, in the state of Tamil Nadu, India.

People

Population8,948
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density36/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units3,579
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Population8,948
Population Density36 / sq mi
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Coordinates10.2550°, 78.8840°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation38.2 inches (969 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Arimalam

Arimalam is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 8,948. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Arimalam has a population of 8,948 with a density of 36 people per square mile, spread across 245.5 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,948
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
245.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Arimalam vs India Average

The median household income in Arimalam 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 161 business establishments.

Income: Arimalam 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)161

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Arimalam 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 3,579 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 Units3,579

Property Tax

Arimalam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 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 38.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.7°F
55% above India avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area245.5 sq mi (635.9 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates10.2550°N, 78.8840°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.2"
0% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.40"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 254 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 36 km
2011 Thane Category 1 195 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 186 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 135 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 270 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 245 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 146 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 1.0 in
February 80°F (27°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 84°F (29°C) 0.6 in
April 88°F (31°C) 1.6 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.9 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 1.7 in
July 87°F (30°C) 3.4 in
August 86°F (30°C) 4.9 in
September 85°F (29°C) 5.0 in
October 83°F (28°C) 7.4 in Wettest
November 80°F (27°C) 6.1 in
December 78°F (25°C) 4.1 in Coldest

Arimalam has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 78°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.4") and February the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Arimalam

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SKT Gandhi Higher Secondary School
SKT Primary School
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Radio Stations near Arimalam

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Arimalam

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Athangudi Palace
Government Museum
Vallal Dr. Alagappar Museum

Libraries in Arimalam

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alagappa University Central Library0.0
Rayavaram Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Arimalam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sandhai

Theatres in Arimalam

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Drama Stage

Banks in Arimalam

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ICICI Bank
Pandian Grama Bank

Airports Near Arimalam

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tiruchirappalli International AirportTRZLarge Airport
Thanjavur Air Force StationTJVSmall Airport

Post Offices in Arimalam

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rayavaram Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arimalam

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Muthumariamman Kovil
Sivan Kovil

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Arimalam

What is the population of Arimalam?

Arimalam has a population of 8,948 residents and is located in India. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 245.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Arimalam 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 Arimalam?

Arimalam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches.

How is the job market in Arimalam?

Arimalam 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 161 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Arimalam?

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

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