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Jalakandapuram, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Jalakandapuram is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 16,184. Elevation: 925 ft (282 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,184 Population 8,991/sq mi density
925 ft Elevation 282 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
40.5 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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About Jalakandapuram

Jalakandapuram is a panchayat town in Mettur taluk of Salem district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is one of the 31 panchayat towns in the district. Spread across an area of 4.66 km2 (1.80 sq mi), it had a population of 16,184 individuals as per the 2011 census.

People

Population16,184
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density8,991/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units6,474
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Population16,184
Population Density8,991 / sq mi
Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Coordinates11.6978°, 77.8730°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation40.5 inches (1,028 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Jalakandapuram

Jalakandapuram is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 16,184. The city sits at an elevation of 925 feet (282 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Jalakandapuram has a population of 16,184 with a density of 8,991 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,184
Total Population
8,991
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Jalakandapuram vs India Average

The median household income in Jalakandapuram 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 291 business establishments.

Income: Jalakandapuram 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)291

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Jalakandapuram 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 6,474 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 Units6,474

Property Tax

Climate in Jalakandapuram

Jalakandapuram has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.2°C), the coldest is Dec (23.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 947 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24°C / 75°F 14.9° / 33.9° 20.4
Feb 26.2°C / 79°F 16.1° / 37.7° 4.0
Mar 29.4°C / 85°F 18.3° / 40.6° 11.5
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 22.4° / 41.5° 38.2
May 30.2°C / 86°F 23° / 40.6° 115.7
Jun 28.4°C / 83°F 22.2° / 37.4° 66.6
Jul 27.6°C / 82°F 21.9° / 36.5° 85.4
Aug 27.4°C / 81°F 21.3° / 36.4° 123.0
Sep 26.7°C / 80°F 20.9° / 34.9° 114.4
Oct 25.9°C / 79°F 20.3° / 33.7° 169.5
Nov 24.4°C / 76°F 18° / 30.8° 130.8
Dec 23.6°C / 74°F 15.8° / 31.1° 67.3
Jalakandapuram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 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 40.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 925 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.7°F
51% above India avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Geography

Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density8,991/sq mi
Coordinates11.6978°N, 77.8730°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.5"
7% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.40"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.31"

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 1 297 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 189 km
2016 Vardah Category 1 270 km
2011 Thane Category 1 221 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 221 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 159 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 298 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 157 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in
March 85°F (29°C) 0.5 in
April 87°F (31°C) 1.7 in Warmest
May 87°F (31°C) 4.3 in
June 84°F (29°C) 2.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 3.2 in
August 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in
September 82°F (28°C) 4.9 in
October 80°F (27°C) 7.4 in Wettest
November 78°F (25°C) 3.7 in
December 76°F (24°C) 1.5 in

Jalakandapuram has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 76°F in January to 87°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.4") and January the driest (0.3").

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Libraries in Jalakandapuram

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Library0.0
MEC library0.0

Farmers Markets in Jalakandapuram

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Monday market
Sunday Market

Cafes in Jalakandapuram

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bakery
Tea Shop and Bakery

Clinics in Jalakandapuram

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rajkumar Clinic

Dentists in Jalakandapuram

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Annamali Dental clinic

Gas Stations in Jalakandapuram

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kasi Raja Essar Petrol Station
Petrol Pump

Stadiums & Teams in Jalakandapuram

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Jalakandapuram

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Salem AirportSXVMedium Airport
Coimbatore Air Force StationSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jalakandapuram

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mariamman Temple

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 Jalakandapuram

What is the population of Jalakandapuram?

Jalakandapuram has a population of 16,184 residents and is located in India. The population density is 8,991 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Jalakandapuram 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 Jalakandapuram?

Jalakandapuram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches.

How is the job market in Jalakandapuram?

Jalakandapuram 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 291 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Jalakandapuram?

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

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