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Arkula, India

Karnataka · India

Arkula is a small city in Karnataka, India with a population of 5,077. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
5,077 Population 16/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
126.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$3,200 median income, 3.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$28,000 home value, $70/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population5,077
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density16/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,200
Per Capita$3,400
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty13.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$28,000
Rent$70
Housing Units2,031
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain126.7 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population5,077
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates12.8743°, 74.9435°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation126.7 inches (3,219 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,200
Median Age29.5 years

About Arkula

Arkula is a small city in India (Karnataka) with a population of 5,077. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 126.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Arkula has a population of 5,077 with a density of 16 people per square mile, spread across 310.5 square miles. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,077
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below India avg
310.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Arkula vs India Average

The median household income in Arkula is $3,200, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $65, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 91 business establishments.

Income: Arkula vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,200
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,400
Avg Weekly Wage$65

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above India avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above India avg
Establishments (County)91

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Arkula is $28,000, 90% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $70 (94% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,031 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$28,000
90% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$70
94% below India avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,031

Property Tax

Climate in Arkula

Arkula has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.6°C), the coldest is Jul (26°C). Average annual precipitation is 3723 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C / 81°F 21° / 33° 0.5
Feb 27.6°C / 82°F 21.8° / 33.5° 3.6
Mar 28.8°C / 84°F 23.6° / 34° 23.9
Apr 29.6°C / 85°F 24.9° / 34.2° 28.9
May 29.2°C / 85°F 25° / 33.4° 172.3
Jun 26.9°C / 80°F 23.6° / 30.2° 929.8
Jul 26°C / 79°F 23.2° / 28.9° 1,023.9
Aug 26°C / 79°F 23.2° / 28.7° 762.0
Sep 26.4°C / 80°F 23.2° / 29.6° 446.9
Oct 27.2°C / 81°F 23.3° / 31.1° 215.6
Nov 27.8°C / 82°F 22.8° / 32.7° 98.9
Dec 27.4°C / 81°F 21.8° / 33° 16.3
Arkula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 126.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.8°F
50% above India avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area310.5 sq mi (804.1 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates12.8743°N, 74.9435°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 126.7"
234% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 38.62"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.08"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 2 239 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
March 83°F (29°C) 0.3 in
April 85°F (30°C) 2.0 in Warmest
May 85°F (29°C) 7.3 in
June 80°F (27°C) 29.4 in
July 78°F (26°C) 38.6 in Coldest, Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 24.7 in
September 79°F (26°C) 11.7 in
October 81°F (27°C) 8.8 in
November 81°F (27°C) 3.0 in
December 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in

Arkula has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 78°F in July to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 126.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (38.6") and January the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Arkula

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Expert Pre-University college - - - -
Expert Pre-University College - - - -
Nithya Sahaya Matha School - - - -
Holy Family School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Arkula

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
azevision Radio - MP3 192 kbps
JANVANI 90.8 FM - MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Arkula

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Old Music and Konkani Institute
Pilikula Gutthu Mane
Pilikula Regional Science Centre
Rani Abbakka Tulu Adhyayana Kendra

Libraries in Arkula

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Attegoli Youth Club Library& Reading Room,Kayyar0.0
B K Mohammed Master Library And Reading Room0.0
Bm Ramayya Shetty Library And Study Centre0.0
Central City Library0.0
City Central Library0.0
Corporation Bank0.0
Corporation Bank Centennary Library0.0
E-Library0.0
Enmakaje Grama Panchayath Public Library0.0
Janashakthi Friends Library0.0
Jnana Degula0.0
Kannur Library0.0
Major Youth Club Library0.0
Mangalpady Panchayat Library0.0
Navachethana Library And Reading Room Badoor0.0
Navayuvaka Kalavrunda Library0.0
NITK Central Library0.0
Pace Library0.0
Ram Bangera Rural Library0.0
S N H S Perla library0.0
Santhosh Friends Club Library Pavala0.0

Farmers Markets in Arkula

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
CELL MARKET PERLA
Dubai Market
Dubai Market
Fish Market
Karangalpady Market
Karnad Fish Market
Karnad Market
Manjeshwar Fish Market
MCC Market
Port Town Market
Port Town Market
Surathkal Market
Surathkal Old Market
Urva Store Market
Urwa Market
Urwa Market
Vitla Market

Hotels in Arkula

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Swagath

Restaurants in Arkula

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kerala Mess

Cafes in Arkula

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gujarati Canteen

Clinics in Arkula

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Radha Nursing Home
Srinivas Institute Of Technology

Stadiums & Teams in Arkula

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Arkula

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mangaluru International AirportIXELarge Airport

Post Offices in Arkula

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post Office

Treatment Centers in Arkula

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Government Primary Health Palliative care Unit

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arkula

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holy Family Church
Holy Family Church Ground
Jain Temple
ST. Charles Borromeo Convent
Vaikundam

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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 Arkula

What is the population of Arkula?

Arkula has a population of 5,077 residents and is located in India. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 310.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Arkula expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,200, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $28,000 (90% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $70 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Arkula?

Arkula has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 126.7 inches.

How is the job market in Arkula?

Arkula has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $65. There are 91 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Arkula?

The median home value in Arkula is $28,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $70.

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