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Elumalai, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Elumalai is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 15,746. Elevation: 702 ft (214 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
15,746 Population 5,079/sq mi density
702 ft Elevation 214 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
31.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,300 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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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 Elumalai

Elumalai is a panchayat town in Peraiyur taluk of Madurai district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is one of the nine panchayat towns in the district. Spread across an area of 18.31 km2 (7.07 sq mi), it had a population of 15,746 individuals as per the 2011 census.

People

Population15,746
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density5,079/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units6,298
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Population15,746
Population Density5,079 / sq mi
Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Coordinates9.8650°, 77.6992°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation31.9 inches (810 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Elumalai

Elumalai is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 15,746. The city sits at an elevation of 702 feet (214 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Elumalai has a population of 15,746 with a density of 5,079 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,746
Total Population
5,079
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Elumalai vs India Average

The median household income in Elumalai 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 283 business establishments.

Income: Elumalai 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)283

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Elumalai 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 6,298 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 Units6,298

Property Tax

Climate in Elumalai

Elumalai has an average annual temperature of 23.9°C (75°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.5°C), the coldest is Jan (21°C). Average annual precipitation is 1333 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21°C / 70°F 14.2° / 29.2° 42.1
Feb 22.9°C / 73°F 14.8° / 32.8° 7.2
Mar 25.9°C / 79°F 16.7° / 36.7° 21.4
Apr 27.5°C / 81°F 20.1° / 37.5° 75.7
May 26.6°C / 80°F 20.3° / 36.3° 113.2
Jun 24.7°C / 76°F 19.2° / 33.1° 96.7
Jul 23.9°C / 75°F 19.3° / 31.4° 127.8
Aug 23.9°C / 75°F 18.6° / 32.1° 154.0
Sep 23.5°C / 74°F 18.1° / 30.6° 139.7
Oct 23.2°C / 74°F 18.2° / 30.3° 260.3
Nov 22.2°C / 72°F 17.1° / 27.8° 190.5
Dec 21.3°C / 70°F 15.5° / 27.3° 104.9
Elumalai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 278 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 31.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 702 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average81.9°F
52% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density5,079/sq mi
Coordinates9.8650°N, 77.6992°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.9"
16% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.56"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 169 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 244 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 228 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 252 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
February 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 84°F (29°C) 1.2 in
April 86°F (30°C) 2.7 in
May 86°F (30°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 85°F (29°C) 1.3 in
July 84°F (29°C) 1.6 in
August 83°F (28°C) 2.2 in
September 83°F (28°C) 3.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 7.6 in Wettest
November 78°F (26°C) 5.6 in
December 77°F (25°C) 2.6 in Coldest

Elumalai has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 77°F in December to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.6") and February the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near Elumalai

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Recite Truth MP3
arumbu-fm MP3
mazhai-fm MP3

Airports Near Elumalai

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Madurai AirportIXMMedium Airport
Kovilpatti AirportSmall Airport

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 Elumalai

What is the population of Elumalai?

Elumalai has a population of 15,746 residents and is located in India. The population density is 5,079 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Elumalai 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 Elumalai?

Elumalai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches.

How is the job market in Elumalai?

Elumalai 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 283 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Elumalai?

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

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