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Cheyyur, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Cheyyur is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 11,060. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
11,060 Population 33/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 29°C
47.8 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

Population11,060
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density33/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units4,424
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (29°C)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population11,060
Population Density33 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates12.3495°, 80.0030°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (29°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation47.8 inches (1,213 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Cheyyur

Cheyyur is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 11,060. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Cheyyur has a population of 11,060 with a density of 33 people per square mile, spread across 335.5 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,060
Total Population
33
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
335.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Cheyyur vs India Average

The median household income in Cheyyur 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 199 business establishments.

Income: Cheyyur 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)199

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cheyyur 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 4,424 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 Units4,424

Property Tax

Climate in Cheyyur

Cheyyur has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (30.9°C), the coldest is Jan (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1474 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.8°C / 77°F 20.4° / 29° 42.8
Feb 25.8°C / 78°F 21.1° / 31.5° 6.6
Mar 28.2°C / 83°F 22.9° / 35.3° 11.0
Apr 30.3°C / 87°F 25.2° / 36.8° 17.6
May 30.9°C / 88°F 26.3° / 38.3° 65.5
Jun 30.3°C / 87°F 26.2° / 36.6° 102.0
Jul 29.3°C / 85°F 25.4° / 35.5° 143.5
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 25.2° / 35.1° 164.9
Sep 28.2°C / 83°F 24.6° / 33.3° 154.9
Oct 27.7°C / 82°F 24° / 32.4° 184.8
Nov 26.6°C / 80°F 23.2° / 30° 392.8
Dec 25.5°C / 78°F 21.3° / 29.2° 187.3
Cheyyur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.3°F
54% above India avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area335.5 sq mi (868.9 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates12.3495°N, 80.0030°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.8"
26% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 12.44"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

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 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Michaung (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Michaung Category 1 230 km
2020 Nivar Category 1 89 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 197 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 84 km
2011 Thane Category 2 69 km
2010 Laila Category 1 214 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 83 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 130 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 197 km
1989 Gay Category 5 274 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 65 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 122 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 87°F (31°C) 0.5 in
May 90°F (32°C) 1.5 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 2.0 in
July 87°F (30°C) 3.8 in
August 86°F (30°C) 6.2 in
September 85°F (29°C) 4.8 in
October 83°F (28°C) 9.5 in
November 79°F (26°C) 12.4 in Wettest
December 77°F (25°C) 5.4 in

Cheyyur has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 76°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.4") and March the driest (0.2").

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Libraries in Cheyyur

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
State Library0.0

Restaurants in Cheyyur

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Delhi Daba
Hotel Gowri Vilas

Clinics in Cheyyur

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

G.K Child Care Centre

Stadiums & Teams in Cheyyur

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Cheyyur

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chennai International AirportMAALarge Airport
Pondicherry AirportPNYMedium Airport
INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station-Small Airport
Neyveli AirportNVYSmall Airport
Tambaram Air Force Station-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cheyyur

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapel

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 Cheyyur

What is the population of Cheyyur?

Cheyyur has a population of 11,060 residents and is located in India. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 335.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Cheyyur 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 Cheyyur?

Cheyyur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches.

How is the job market in Cheyyur?

Cheyyur 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 199 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cheyyur?

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

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