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Eravur Town, Sri Lanka

Eastern Province · 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka

Eravur Town is a small city in Eastern Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 22,982. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
22,982 Population
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
66.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Colombo Timezone
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 10.6%
67% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

People

Population22,982
Median Age34.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,799
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty2.7%

Health

Obesity10.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking12.5%
Depression5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain66.3 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+92.7%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband51.2%
Population22,982
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates7.7782°, 81.6038°
TimezoneAsia/Colombo
Country🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
State / ProvinceEastern Province
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation66.3 inches (1,683 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age34.1 years

Is Eravur Town a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eravur Town receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Eravur Town has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Eravur Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Eravur Town has a population of 22,982. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.4% male. 12.1% of residents have a disability. 72.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

22,982
Total Population
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Eravur Town vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Eravur Town vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eravur Town is N/A. Per capita income is $3,799 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 28.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Eravur Town vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,799

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living28.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Eravur Town, 10.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 35.6% have high blood pressure. 12.5% are current smokers. 2.7% report binge drinking. 85.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Eravur Town vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity10.6%
67% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure35.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.5%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking2.7%
Physical Inactivity85.2%
Depression5.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.0%

Food & Exercise

Eravur Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 66.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. 85% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average82.6°F
53% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.3 inches
74% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood
Good Days %85.3%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates7.7782°N, 81.6038°W
TimezoneAsia/Colombo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 9.7 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 5.7 in
March 82°F (28°C) 2.8 in
April 84°F (29°C) 2.7 in
May 86°F (30°C) 1.9 in
June 86°F (30°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
July 85°F (29°C) 2.1 in
August 85°F (29°C) 2.2 in
September 84°F (29°C) 3.0 in
October 82°F (28°C) 7.2 in
November 80°F (27°C) 12.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 15.9 in Wettest

Eravur Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 79°F in January to 86°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 66.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (15.9") and June the driest (0.8").

15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. 51.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+92.7%
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Eravur Town

What is the population of Eravur Town?

Eravur Town has a population of 22,982 residents and is located in Sri Lanka.. The median age of residents is 34.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

Is Eravur Town expensive to live in?

Eravur Town is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 28.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Eravur Town?

Eravur Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Eravur Town?

Eravur Town has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Eravur Town?

15.0% of adults in Eravur Town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school.

How healthy is Eravur Town?

The obesity rate in Eravur Town is 10.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 12.5% of adults are smokers. 85.2% are physically inactive. 5.6% of residents report depression.

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