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Chidambaram, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Chidambaram is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 62,153. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
62,153 Population 400/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
49.7 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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Full City Profile

People

Population62,153
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density400/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units24,861
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population62,153
Population Density400 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates11.3993°, 79.6914°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation49.7 inches (1,263 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Chidambaram

Chidambaram is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 62,153. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Chidambaram has a population of 62,153 with a density of 400 people per square mile, spread across 155.2 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

62,153
Total Population
400
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
155.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Chidambaram vs India Average

The median household income in Chidambaram 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 24 business establishments, including 8 restaurants.

Income: Chidambaram 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)24

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare4
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chidambaram 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 24,861 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 Units24,861

Property Tax

Climate in Chidambaram

Chidambaram has an average annual temperature of 28.3°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (30.6°C), the coldest is Jan (25.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1274 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.7°C / 78°F 23° / 28.2° 46.0
Feb 26.3°C / 79°F 23.6° / 29.6° 10.4
Mar 28°C / 82°F 24.9° / 32.7° 13.5
Apr 29.8°C / 86°F 26.7° / 34° 26.8
May 30.6°C / 87°F 27.4° / 35.3° 87.2
Jun 30.1°C / 86°F 27° / 34.5° 75.3
Jul 29.6°C / 85°F 26.5° / 33.7° 112.4
Aug 29.2°C / 84°F 26.2° / 33.4° 119.6
Sep 28.8°C / 84°F 26° / 32.8° 133.8
Oct 28.2°C / 83°F 25.8° / 31.8° 178.2
Nov 27.3°C / 81°F 24.7° / 29.6° 315.7
Dec 26.3°C / 79°F 23.4° / 28.8° 155.5
Chidambaram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.2°F
54% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area155.2 sq mi (402.1 km²)
Population Density400/sq mi
Coordinates11.3993°N, 79.6914°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.7"
31% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 13.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

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 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 109 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 100 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 191 km
2011 Thane Category 2 40 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 32 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 43 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 234 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 114 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 32 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in
April 87°F (30°C) 0.8 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 1.4 in
July 87°F (30°C) 2.6 in
August 86°F (30°C) 5.1 in
September 85°F (30°C) 4.4 in
October 83°F (28°C) 9.1 in
November 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in Wettest
December 77°F (25°C) 8.2 in

Chidambaram has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 77°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.9") and February the driest (0.5").

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Colleges & Universities in Chidambaram

Institution Type Founded Website
Annamalai University University — Visit →
MBA, Rural Dept, Zoology Dept, Earth Science Dept & etc... College — —
Muthiah Polytechnic College — —
Raja Muthiah Medical College College — —

Schools in Chidambaram

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shemford Futuristic School — — — —
Sri Saraswathi Vidyalaya — — — —
Government Girls Higher Secondary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Chidambaram

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Harrish Jayaraj tamil, tamil cinema music MP3

Libraries in Chidambaram

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dr.C.P.Ramaswamy Aiyar Library0.0
Neyveli Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Chidambaram

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Thursday Farmer's Market
Thursday Marketplace
Tuesday Marketplace
Weekly vegitable market

Hotels in Chidambaram

9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Akshaya Hotel
Arudhra Residency
Hotel Grand Palace Stay
Hotel Grand Palace Stay
Hotel saradharam
Mansoor Lodge
Pari Lodge/Lodging House
Rajan Homestay
Vandayer Hotel & Restaurant

Restaurants in Chidambaram

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AA Restaurant
Adyar Ananda Bhavan
Chozha Saiva Unavagam
Dubai Restaurant
Meenakshi high class veg restaurant
Sri Kumara Vilas
Thillai Ganesh Hotel Vegetarian

Cafes in Chidambaram

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Richy Rich
Sri Lakshmi Cafe Tamil

Cinemas in Chidambaram

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lena Theater
Vaduganathan Teater

Theatres in Chidambaram

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vadugunathan theatre

Clinics in Chidambaram

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kannan Nursing Home, Chidambaram
R.K Nursing Home
Sivajothi Nursing Home
SR ENT Clinic
Thillai Nursing Home

Bus Stations in Chidambaram

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chidambaram Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Chidambaram

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Hindusthan Petroleum(HP)
IN #3197680765
Indian Oil

Banks in Chidambaram

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HDFC Bank
State Bank of India

Stadiums & Teams in Chidambaram

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Chidambaram

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pondicherry AirportPNYMedium Airport
Neyveli AirportNVYSmall Airport
Thanjavur Air Force StationTJVSmall Airport

Post Offices in Chidambaram

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Chidambaram Head Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chidambaram

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hundred Pillars Mandapam
Ilamaiyakkinar Shivan Kovil
Kezha Theru Mariamman Kovil
Mukkuni Vinayagar Temple
Murugan Temple
Shivakamasundari
Sri Sabhanayagar Temple
Thillai Kaali Amman Kovil
Thillai Nataraja Temple
Thousand Pillar Mandapam

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Chidambaram

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 9
Hospitals 4
Restaurants 8
Cafes 2
Banks 2
Hotels 8
Parks 3
Police Stations 2
Fire Stations 1
Places of Worship 3

Things to See Near Chidambaram

5 places within 15 km

🏖️ Beaches (3)
  • • Chidambaram Beach
  • • Chinna Vaaikaal Beach
  • • Kodiyampalaiyam Beach
🗼 Lighthouses (1)
  • • Porto Novo Lighthouse
🌄 Viewpoints (1)
  • • Watch Tower

🇮🇳 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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chidambaram

What is the population of Chidambaram?

Chidambaram has a population of 62,153 residents and is located in India. The population density is 400 people per square mile, spread across 155.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Chidambaram 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 Chidambaram?

Chidambaram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.7 inches.

How is the job market in Chidambaram?

Chidambaram 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 24 business establishments in the area, including 8 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Chidambaram?

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

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