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Dharapuram, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Dharapuram is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 72,291. Elevation: 820 ft (250 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
72,291 Population 124/sq mi density
820 ft Elevation 250 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
21.8 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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Full City Profile

People

Population72,291
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density124/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units28,916
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Population72,291
Population Density124 / sq mi
Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Coordinates10.7383°, 77.5322°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation21.8 inches (554 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Dharapuram

Dharapuram is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 72,291. The city sits at an elevation of 820 feet (250 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Dharapuram has a population of 72,291 with a density of 124 people per square mile, spread across 581.1 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

72,291
Total Population
124
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
581.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dharapuram vs India Average

The median household income in Dharapuram 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 9 business establishments, including 2 restaurants.

Income: Dharapuram 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)9

Business (County)

Restaurants2
Healthcare6
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dharapuram 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 28,916 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 Units28,916

Property Tax

Climate in Dharapuram

Dharapuram has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.3°C), the coldest is Jan (22.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1163 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.4°C / 72°F 15.1° / 30.8° 34.1
Feb 24.4°C / 76°F 16° / 34.6° 5.8
Mar 27.6°C / 82°F 17.9° / 38.1° 18.2
Apr 29.3°C / 85°F 21.6° / 39.1° 62.6
May 28.1°C / 83°F 21.8° / 37.8° 95.3
Jun 26.1°C / 79°F 20.8° / 34.5° 84.5
Jul 25.2°C / 77°F 20.8° / 32.3° 110.7
Aug 25.1°C / 77°F 20° / 33° 140.5
Sep 24.8°C / 77°F 19.7° / 31.8° 129.1
Oct 24.5°C / 76°F 19.1° / 32° 232.8
Nov 23.3°C / 74°F 18° / 29.1° 161.5
Dec 22.4°C / 72°F 16.4° / 28.8° 88.6
Dharapuram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 296 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 21.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 820 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.1°F
52% above India avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Area581.1 sq mi (1,505.1 km²)
Population Density124/sq mi
Coordinates10.7383°N, 77.5322°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.8"
43% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.35"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 173 km
2011 Thane Category 1 280 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 276 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 207 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 211 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 0.5 in
February 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 85°F (30°C) 0.4 in
April 87°F (31°C) 1.8 in Warmest
May 86°F (30°C) 2.5 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.5 in
July 82°F (28°C) 0.7 in
August 82°F (28°C) 1.0 in
September 82°F (28°C) 2.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 5.9 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 4.3 in
December 77°F (25°C) 2.1 in Coldest

Dharapuram has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 77°F in December to 87°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.9") and February the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Dharapuram

Institution Type Founded Website
Maharani College College

Schools in Dharapuram

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sindhu Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Annafathima Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Vishnu Lakshmi Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Thenmalar Higher Secondary School
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Radio Stations near Dharapuram

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
mazhai-fm MP3

Farmers Markets in Dharapuram

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Oddanchatram New Vegetable Market
Oddanchatram Vegetable Market

Restaurants in Dharapuram

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amaravathi Lodge
Nallammal Gramiya Virundu

Clinics in Dharapuram

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jamal Nursing Home, Dharapuram
Punitha Nursing Home

Bus Stations in Dharapuram

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dharapuram Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Dharapuram

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HP
IN #6764556239

Banks in Dharapuram

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ESAF Small Finance Bank

Airports Near Dharapuram

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coimbatore International AirportCJBLarge Airport
Coimbatore Air Force StationSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dharapuram

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aayira vyshiyar Kovil

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Dharapuram

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 3
Hospitals 6
Restaurants 2
Banks 1
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 1

🇮🇳 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 Dharapuram

What is the population of Dharapuram?

Dharapuram has a population of 72,291 residents and is located in India. The population density is 124 people per square mile, spread across 581.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dharapuram 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 Dharapuram?

Dharapuram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.8 inches.

How is the job market in Dharapuram?

Dharapuram 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 9 business establishments in the area, including 2 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Dharapuram?

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

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