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Cholapuram, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Cholapuram is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 6,557. Elevation: 417 ft (127 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,557 Population 2,402/sq mi density
417 ft Elevation 127 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
34.8 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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About Cholapuram

Cholapuram is a panchayat town in the Thanjavur district of the state of Tamil Nadu, India.In ancient time, it's called as Bhairavapuram.

People

Population6,557
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density2,402/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units2,623
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Population6,557
Population Density2,402 / sq mi
Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Coordinates9.3519°, 77.5684°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation34.8 inches (884 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Cholapuram

Cholapuram is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 6,557. The city sits at an elevation of 417 feet (127 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Cholapuram has a population of 6,557 with a density of 2,402 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,557
Total Population
2,402
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Cholapuram vs India Average

The median household income in Cholapuram 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 118 business establishments.

Income: Cholapuram 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)118

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cholapuram 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 2,623 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 Units2,623

Property Tax

Cholapuram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 273 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 34.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 417 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.7°F
55% above India avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density2,402/sq mi
Coordinates9.3519°N, 77.5684°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.8"
8% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gaja (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 211 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 296 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 180 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 1.3 in
February 82°F (28°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 85°F (30°C) 2.0 in
April 87°F (31°C) 3.4 in
May 88°F (31°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 1.5 in
July 85°F (30°C) 1.7 in
August 85°F (30°C) 1.5 in
September 85°F (30°C) 2.2 in
October 83°F (28°C) 7.8 in Wettest
November 80°F (27°C) 6.9 in
December 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in Coldest

Cholapuram has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 79°F in December to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (1.2").

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Radio Stations near Cholapuram

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Cinemas in Cholapuram

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Geethalaya

Gas Stations in Cholapuram

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petrol station

Airports Near Cholapuram

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Madurai AirportIXMMedium Airport
Kovilpatti AirportSmall Airport
Tuticorin AirportTCRSmall Airport

Post Offices in Cholapuram

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sankarankoil Head Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cholapuram

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Muppidathi Amman Koil
Paalvannanathar Temple, Karivalamvantha nallur

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 Cholapuram

What is the population of Cholapuram?

Cholapuram has a population of 6,557 residents and is located in India. The population density is 2,402 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Cholapuram 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 Cholapuram?

Cholapuram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches.

How is the job market in Cholapuram?

Cholapuram 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 118 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cholapuram?

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

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