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Dharmapuri, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Dharmapuri is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 68,619. Elevation: 1,535 ft (468 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
68,619 Population 3,213/sq mi density
1,535 ft Elevation 468 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
33.9 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

Population68,619
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density3,213/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units27,448
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation1,535 ft (468 m)
Population68,619
Population Density3,213 / sq mi
Elevation1,535 ft (468 m)
Coordinates12.1277°, 78.1579°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation33.9 inches (862 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Dharmapuri

Dharmapuri is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 68,619. The city sits at an elevation of 1,535 feet (468 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Dharmapuri has a population of 68,619 with a density of 3,213 people per square mile, spread across 21.4 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

68,619
Total Population
3,213
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
21.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dharmapuri vs India Average

The median household income in Dharmapuri 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 88 business establishments, including 13 restaurants.

Income: Dharmapuri vs India

Commute Mode

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)88

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare58
Retail5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dharmapuri 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 27,448 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 Units27,448

Property Tax

Climate in Dharmapuri

Dharmapuri has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.2°C), the coldest is Dec (22.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1051 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.9°C / 73°F 13.9° / 33.1° 11.9
Feb 25.2°C / 77°F 15.2° / 36.9° 3.9
Mar 28.5°C / 83°F 17.3° / 39.8° 10.5
Apr 30.2°C / 86°F 21.3° / 40.7° 42.3
May 29.2°C / 85°F 21.8° / 39.8° 149.8
Jun 27.3°C / 81°F 21.2° / 35.7° 79.4
Jul 26.3°C / 79°F 20.8° / 34.6° 105.9
Aug 26.2°C / 79°F 20.3° / 34.4° 159.3
Sep 25.5°C / 78°F 19.8° / 32.9° 133.5
Oct 24.8°C / 77°F 19.1° / 32° 179.3
Nov 23.4°C / 74°F 16.8° / 29.8° 115.7
Dec 22.5°C / 73°F 14.8° / 30.3° 59.2
Dharmapuri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 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 33.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,535 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above India avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,535 ft (468 m)
Area21.4 sq mi (55.3 km²)
Population Density3,213/sq mi
Coordinates12.1277°N, 78.1579°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.9"
11% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 268 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 208 km
2016 Vardah Category 1 218 km
2011 Thane Category 1 195 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 198 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 148 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 266 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 143 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
February 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.4 in
April 86°F (30°C) 1.4 in Warmest
May 86°F (30°C) 4.3 in
June 83°F (28°C) 2.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 3.1 in
August 81°F (27°C) 3.5 in
September 81°F (27°C) 5.5 in
October 79°F (26°C) 7.7 in Wettest
November 76°F (25°C) 3.7 in
December 74°F (23°C) 1.6 in Coldest

Dharmapuri has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 74°F in December to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.7") and February the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Dharmapuri

Institution Type Founded Website
Laxminarayana Polytechnic College College Visit →
Pachamuthu College Of Arts & Science for Women College
Pachamuthu College Of Nursing College
Pachamuthu College Of Pharmacy College
Varuvan Vadivelan Institute Of Technology College

Schools in Dharmapuri

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Girls H.S School
Paramver Matric HS School
Avvaiyar girls high sec School
Vijay Vidhyalaya Matric School
Adhiyaman BOYS HS School
Variyar HS School
Vidhya Mandir School
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Radio Stations near Dharmapuri

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Dharmapuri

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beruhalli Village - Public Library0.0
Kilai Noolagam, Paparapatti0.0
Library0.0
Library- Ananthur Village0.0
Nedugal -Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Dharmapuri

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market

Hotels in Dharmapuri

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ponni Hotel
RKS Lodge
Saravana Bhavan Hotel

Restaurants in Dharmapuri

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aachi chettnad Mess
Dhanam Mess
Lavanya Mess
Ponni
Restorent
Revathi Mess
Royal Mohal restaurant
Sri Rama Boarding Lodging
Valli Mess

Theatres in Dharmapuri

5 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ananda theatre
AV Theater
DNC Theatre
Hari theatre
Madeswara Theatre

Clinics in Dharmapuri

25 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ABC Clinics
Alex Ortho Care
Bee Tee Clinic
Bharani Neurologist
Dr. Asokan Skin and ENT Care
Govindaraj Clinic
Guru Bone & Joint Care
Janani Maternity and Child Health Clinic
Kamalam Nursing Home
M.K Speciality Clinic
Malar Siddha Clinic
Maruthi Mind Care
Med Health Superspeciality Clinic
Om Sakthi Nursing Home
Ragavendra Physiotherapy Clinic
Ramesh Clinic
Sanjith Cilinic
Sheela Clinic
Sri Dhahalakshmi Child Care Centre
Sri Dhaya Clinic
Sri Ragavendra Nursing Home
Sugam Polyclinic
Suguna Clinic
Vinayaga Poly Clinic
Vinod Child Care

Dentists in Dharmapuri

7 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Abirami Dental Clinic
Arivarasu Dental Clinic
Leela Dental Clinic
Ramakrishna Dental Clinic
Rvs Dental Clinic
Smile 32 Dental Care
Smile Dental Care

Train Stations in Dharmapuri

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dharmapuri

Bus Stations in Dharmapuri

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dharmapuri bus stand
Dharmapuri Mofussil Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Dharmapuri

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #3922114942
Indian Oil

Banks in Dharmapuri

9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canara Bank
Indian Bank
KVB Bank
Lakshmi Vilas Bank
LIC Corporation INDIA
LVB Bank
SBI Bank
TMB ATM
TMB Bank

Airports Near Dharmapuri

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Salem AirportSXVMedium Airport
Hosur AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Dharmapuri

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Head post office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dharmapuri

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saibaba Temple
Salai Vinayagar Kovil
Selva vinayagar Kovil

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Dharmapuri

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 11
Hospitals 58
Restaurants 13
Supermarkets 5
Banks 9
Hotels 3
Libraries 1
Places of Worship 10

Things to See Near Dharmapuri

1 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (1)
  • • Semblo gudde

🇮🇳 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 Dharmapuri

What is the population of Dharmapuri?

Dharmapuri has a population of 68,619 residents and is located in India. The population density is 3,213 people per square mile, spread across 21.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dharmapuri 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 Dharmapuri?

Dharmapuri has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.

How is the job market in Dharmapuri?

Dharmapuri 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 88 business establishments in the area, including 13 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Dharmapuri?

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

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