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Gundupālaiyam, India

Puducherry · India

Gundupālaiyam is a large city in Puducherry, India with a population of 300,104. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
300,104 Population 6,981/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
46.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,800 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$2,800 median income, 10.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$20,000 home value, $40/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population300,104
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density6,981/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$2,700
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty6.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$20,000
Rent$40
Housing Units120,042
Rent Burden26.3%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population300,104
Population Density6,981 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates11.9410°, 79.8029°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvincePuducherry
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation46.3 inches (1,177 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age33.0 years

About Gundupālaiyam

Gundupālaiyam is a large city in India (Puducherry) with a population of 300,104. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Gundupālaiyam has a population of 300,104 with a density of 6,981 people per square mile, spread across 43.0 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

300,104
Total Population
6,981
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
43.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Gundupālaiyam vs India Average

The median household income in Gundupālaiyam is $2,800, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,700 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $52, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 503 business establishments, including 129 restaurants.

Income: Gundupālaiyam vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,800
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,700
Avg Weekly Wage$52

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above India avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below India avg
Establishments (County)503

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare137
Retail26

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gundupālaiyam is $20,000, 93% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $40 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 120,042 total housing units in the city. 26.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$20,000
93% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$40
97% below India avg
Rent Burden26.3%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units120,042

Property Tax

Climate in Gundupālaiyam

Gundupālaiyam has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1549 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 67.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 16.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 16.7
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 50.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 39.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 78.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 190.3
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 113.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 285.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 455.6
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 223.5
Gundupālaiyam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.0°F
54% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area43.0 sq mi (111.3 km²)
Population Density6,981/sq mi
Coordinates11.9410°N, 79.8029°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.3"
22% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 12.05"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Sep 25, 2001.

Sep 25, 2001 39 km SE of Marakkanam, India M5.2 45 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Michaung (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Michaung Category 1 279 km
2020 Nivar Category 1 88 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 159 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 129 km
2011 Thane Category 2 29 km
2010 Laila Category 1 261 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 39 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 81 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 218 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 87 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 74 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in Driest
April 86°F (30°C) 0.4 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.4 in Warmest
June 89°F (31°C) 1.5 in
July 87°F (30°C) 3.4 in
August 85°F (30°C) 5.7 in
September 85°F (29°C) 5.2 in
October 82°F (28°C) 9.2 in
November 79°F (26°C) 12.1 in Wettest
December 77°F (25°C) 5.9 in

Gundupālaiyam has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 77°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (12.1") and March the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Gundupālaiyam

Institution Type Founded Website
BWDA Arts & Science College College 2008 Visit →
John Dewey Women's College College
Mailam Engineering College College Visit →

Schools in Gundupālaiyam

28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
NTS International High School
V. Subbaiah Goverment High School
Mahatma Gandhi Govt school
Government Primary School (CBSE)
Vallalar Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School
Navalar Nedunchezhian Government Higher Secondary School
St. Joseph of Cluny Higher Secondary School
Muthu Rathina Arangam School
St. Patrick Higher Secondary School
Kendriya Vidyalaya
Vidya Niketan School
Jeevanandam Govt Hr Sec School
Government primary school pakkumidiyanpet
The butterflies play school
Government Girls Higher Secondary School. Kathirkamam
Jeevanandham Government primary school
Sabari Vidhyashram Higher Secondary School
Government primary school Thattanchavady
Government high school annexure
Dominic Xavier Government Aided High School
Sekkizhar government high school
NSC Bose Govt High School;Sagodari Short Stay Home
Aditya Vidyashram Montessori School
Aditya Vidyashram
PGR Vasavi English Primary School
Jeevanandam Govt Higher Secondary School
Sri Sankara Vidyalaya Metric Higher Secondary School
Seventh Day Adventist Higher Secondary School
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Radio Stations near Gundupālaiyam

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Gundupālaiyam

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bharat Nivas
Bharathiyar memorial and research centre
Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar Library
Cuddalore Museum
Cuddalore Museum
Puducherry Museum

Libraries in Gundupālaiyam

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Auroville Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Cuddalore Central Library0.0
Cuddalore Main Public Library0.0
Dr. B. R Ambedkar Library0.0
Government Library0.0
Government Library0.0
Government Library0.0
I.F.E.T Library0.0
Indu Lending Library0.0
Indu Lending Library0.0
Indu Lending Library0.0
Library0.0
Library, School Of Social Science, Pondicherry University, India0.0
Library,SChool Of Humanities0.0
PEC Library0.0
Romain Roland Childrens' Library0.0
Romain Roland Childrens' Library0.0
Romain Roland Childrens' Library0.0
Saraswathi Subbiah Memorial Social Science Literary Research Centre and Library0.0
Saraswathi Subbiah Memorial Social Science Literary Research Centre and Library0.0
Saraswathi Subbiah Memorial Social Science Literary Research Centre and Library0.0
Wisdom Lending Library0.0
Wisdom Lending Library0.0
Wisdom Lending Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Gundupālaiyam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ajeez Nagar Market
Anna Market
Banbury market
Cuddalore Community Market
Farmers' Market
Farmers' Market
Fish Market
Fish Market
Fish Market
Goubert Market (Grand Bazaar)
Market
Mudaliyarpet market
Muthialpet Market
Muthialpet Market
Nellithope Market
Nellithoppe Fish Market
Nellithoppe Fish Market
Shanmugapuram Market
Shanmugapuram Market
Shanmugapuram Market
Shopping Market
Shopping Market
Street Market
Thiruppapuliyur Market
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Hotels in Gundupālaiyam

10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Annamalai International
Eden Park
Hotel Accord International
Hotel Bon Sejour
Hotel D' Europe
Hotel D'Europe
Hotel Jai Paradise
Hotel King Park
Hotel Tamizh Park
Ponnusamy Residency

Restaurants in Gundupālaiyam

26 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ashwini Muruga Veg Restaurant
Canteen
Copper Kitchen
Eden Park
Food Mubarak
Geetham Hotel
Hotel Akshaya Bhavan
Hotel Arya Bhavan
Hotel Junior Kuppanna
Hotel Kamatchi
Hotel Vijay Bhavan
Indian Coffee House
Kaveri Veg Restaurant
Kbs Kofi Bar
Keerthana Veetu Samayal
Madeena Restaurant
Om Saravana Bhavan
Pergola
Shivalayaa Veg Restaurant
Sri kKrishnaa Bakery
Students' Cafeteria
Students' Cafeteria
Surguru
The Cake point
Ungal Vasantha Bhavan
V Foods

Cafes in Gundupālaiyam

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Coffee Day
Cakeadelic
happy wines
Richy feel
Suvai Virumbi Filter Coffee
Tanish Cafe

Cinemas in Gundupālaiyam

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Muruga Theatre

Theatres in Gundupālaiyam

3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amphitheatre
Auditorium, St. Joseph of Cluny Higher Secondary School
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium

Monuments in Gundupālaiyam

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pondicherry Arch

Clinics in Gundupālaiyam

14 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arokya Clinic
Arokya Clinic (Dr Kiruthika)
Aruna Clinical lab and x-ray
Clinique Sithavaram
Dr.Sharavanan K.Padmanaban
Pet clinic
Sai Sandhiya Clinic
Speciality Centre
Sri Krishna Nursing Home
Sri Mahalakshmi Nursing Home
Uma Child Care Clinic
Vasan Eye Care Hospital, Puducherry
Vijay Diabetes, Thyroid & Endocrine Clinic
Viji Clinic

Dentists in Gundupālaiyam

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apollo White Dental
Joe Dental Clinic
Le Braces Dental Hospital
Vijaya Dental Health Care

Gas Stations in Gundupālaiyam

14 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amudha Surabi Petrol Bunk
Bharat Petroleum
CONFED Co-Op. Petrol Bunk
Confed Cooperative Petrol Bunk
HP - Petrol Bunk
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Petrol bank

Banks in Gundupālaiyam

37 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Axis Bank
Axis Bank
Bandhan Bank
Bank of Baroda
Bank of Baroda
Bank of Maharashtra
Canara Bank
City Union Bank
CSB Bank
DBS Bank
Federal Bank
HDFC Bank
ICICI Bank
ICICI Bank
Indian Bank
Indian Bank
Indian Overseas Bank
Indian Overseas Bank
Indian Overseas Bank
Indian Overseas Bank
Indian Overseas Bank
IndusInd Bank
Puducherry State Co-Operative Bank
Puducherry State Co-Operative Bank
Puduvai Barathiyar Grama Bank
Punjab National Bank
RBL Bank
South Indian Bank
State Bank of India
State Bank of India
State Bank of India
State Bank of India
State Bank of India
UCO Bank
Union Bank of India
United Bank of India
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank

Gyms in Gundupālaiyam

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aurofit Fitness Gym
World Gym

Stadiums & Teams in Gundupālaiyam

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gundupālaiyam

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pondicherry AirportPNYMedium Airport
Neyveli AirportNVYSmall Airport

Post Offices in Gundupālaiyam

18 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Blue Dart Express
Dhanvantari Nagar Post Office
Dhanvantari Nagar Post Office
DHL
DHL
DTDC
DTDC
DTDC Courier
DTDC Courier
India Post - Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Lawspet Post Office
Post Office Branch - Arumparthapuram
Professional Courier
Saram Post Office
Thattanchavadi Post Office
Thattanchavadi Post Office
The Professional Couriers
Thondamanatham Post Office

Treatment Centers in Gundupālaiyam

62 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aayush Healthcare Centre
Aayush Healthcare Centre
Alpha Ortho Clinic
Alpha Ortho Clinic
Arokya Clinic
Arokya Clinic
Arokya Clinic (Dr Kiruthika)
Arokya Clinic (Dr Kiruthika)
Aruna Clinical lab and x-ray
Aruna Clinical lab and x-ray
Clinic Nallam
Clinic Nallam
Clinique Madha
Clinique Madha
Clinique Sithavaram
Clinique Sithavaram
Dr Xavier Micheal Anand
Dr Xavier Micheal Anand
Dr. T L Vasudevans Ent Surgical Clinic
Dr. T L Vasudevans Ent Surgical Clinic
Dr.Sharavanan K.Padmanaban
Dr.Sharavanan K.Padmanaban
Health Center
Health Center
Homeo Niketan
Homeo Niketan
Jothi Eye Care Centre
Jothi Eye Care Centre
Kuppammal Memorial Clinic
Kuppammal Memorial Clinic
New Ashoka Nursing Home
New Ashoka Nursing Home
Pet clinic
Pet clinic
Rosema Dental Clinic
Rosema Dental Clinic
Sai Sandhiya Clinic
Sai Sandhiya Clinic
Sedhu Nursing Home
Sedhu Nursing Home
Shibi clinic
Shibi clinic
Shri Raghavendra Dental Clinic
Shri Raghavendra Dental Clinic
Siva clinic
Siva clinic
Sivasanthi Clinic
Sivasanthi Clinic
Speciality Centre
Speciality Centre
Sri Krishna Nursing Home
Sri Krishna Nursing Home
Sri Mahalakshmi Nursing Home
Sri Mahalakshmi Nursing Home
St Marys Eye Care
St Marys Eye Care
Thulasi Dental Clinic
Thulasi Dental Clinic
Uma Child Care Clinic
Uma Child Care Clinic
Viji Clinic
Viji Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gundupālaiyam

69 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Amman Temple
Angala Parameswari Amman Temple
Arulmigu Ayyanar Temple
Arulmigu Sri Palayathamman Alayam
Ayyanar kovil
Ayyanar temple
Ayyanarappan Kovil
Devi Karumariamman Temple
Église Saint-Jean (Église de l'Inde du Sud)
Gangaiamman kovil
Holy Rosary Church;MLA Office
Hosanna Assembly of God Church
India Pentecostal Church of God
Je suis L' IMMACULATE CONCEPTION(MOCHA RAKINI AMMA MADHA KOIL)
Je suis L' IMMACULATE CONCEPTION(MOCHA RAKINI AMMA MADHA KOIL)
Madras Pentecostal Assembly Church
Mariamman kovil
Mariamman Temple
Mukkoodal Raja Ganapathy Aalayam
Muthumariamman Kovil
Muthumariamman Temple
Navagraha Nagamuthu Mariamman Temple
Navaneetha Kirshna
Navasakthi Amman Kovil
Our Lady of Angels Church
Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Cathedral
Our Lady of Lourdes church
Ponni Amman Kovil
Prasanna Venkadesa Perumal Kovil
Prayer Hall
Punidha Aarogya Nadar Alayam
Punidha Aarogya Nadar Alayam
Renuka Parameswari Ambal Aalayam
Saint Johnmary Vianney Church
Saradambal Kovil
Savior Jesus Christ Church
Selva vinayagar alayam
Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Sri Angala Parameswari Temple
Sri Balasubramaniya swamy Temple
Sri Jyothilingeshwarar Temple
Sri Muthumariamman Kovil
Sri Naga Muthumariamman Koil
Sri Podupillayar
Sri Raghavendra Temple
Sri Sakthivel Parmanatha Swamigal Sidhar Peedam
Sri Siva Subramaniya Swamy Temple
St Anthony church
St. Andrews Church
St. Andrews Church
St. Anthony Community
St. Antony Church
St. Antonys Church
St. Fathima Church
St. Fathima Church
Subbaiya nagar ayyapan temple
Subramaniyar kovil
Sultaniyya Masjid
Temple
Thesamuthu Mariamman Koil
Thesamuthu Mariamman Koil3
Thiroubathi amman koil
Veerapathirar Temple
Vinayagar Kovil
Vinayagar Temple
Vinayagar Temple
Vinayagar Temple
Vinayagar temple
Vinayagar Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Gundupālaiyam

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 74
Hospitals 57
Pharmacies 80
Restaurants 129
Cafes 61
Bars 13
Supermarkets 26
Banks 78
Museums 2
Hotels 59
Libraries 5
Parks 22
Police Stations 9
Fire Stations 2
Places of Worship 103

Things to See Near Gundupālaiyam

29 places within 15 km

🐠 Aquariums (3)
  • • Aqua Guru
  • • Botanical Garden Aquarium
  • • Varma Aqua point
⚱️ Archaeological Sites (1)
  • • Arikamedu Early Historic Site
🏖️ Beaches (18)
  • • Auroville Beach
  • • Bodhi Beach
  • • Dhaya Sea View Point
  • • Eden Beach - Blue flag Beach
  • • Hollywood Farm Beach
  • + 13 more
🗼 Lighthouses (1)
  • • Pondicherry Light House
🎢 Theme Parks (1)
  • • Pogo Land
🌄 Viewpoints (5)
  • • Aikya Farm
  • • Matrimandir viewpoint
  • • Pebble Garden
  • • Solitute Farm
  • • Stonehenge

🇮🇳 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 Gundupālaiyam

What is the population of Gundupālaiyam?

Gundupālaiyam has a population of 300,104 residents and is located in India. The population density is 6,981 people per square mile, spread across 43.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Gundupālaiyam expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $20,000 (93% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $40 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Gundupālaiyam?

Gundupālaiyam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches.

How is the job market in Gundupālaiyam?

The job market in Gundupālaiyam faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $52. There are 503 business establishments in the area, including 129 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Gundupālaiyam?

The median home value in Gundupālaiyam is $20,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $40.

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