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Kalakkādu, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Kalakkādu is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 30,921. Elevation: 433 ft (132 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
30,921 Population 84/sq mi density
433 ft Elevation 132 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
37.6 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

Population30,921
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density84/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units12,368
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Population30,921
Population Density84 / sq mi
Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Coordinates8.5138°, 77.5494°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation37.6 inches (956 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Kalakkādu

Kalakkādu is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 30,921. The city sits at an elevation of 433 feet (132 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kalakkādu has a population of 30,921 with a density of 84 people per square mile, spread across 368.3 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

30,921
Total Population
84
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
368.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kalakkādu vs India Average

The median household income in Kalakkādu 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 557 business establishments.

Income: Kalakkādu 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)557

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kalakkādu 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 12,368 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 Units12,368

Property Tax

Climate in Kalakkādu

Kalakkādu has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (24.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1255 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.1°C / 75°F 17.1° / 31.9° 93.4
Feb 25.9°C / 79°F 17.5° / 35.7° 10.2
Mar 28.5°C / 83°F 19.9° / 38.5° 19.6
Apr 29.4°C / 85°F 23.3° / 39° 55.8
May 27.8°C / 82°F 23.3° / 36.8° 145.3
Jun 26.5°C / 80°F 22.3° / 32.5° 68.1
Jul 25.9°C / 79°F 22.1° / 32.6° 68.5
Aug 26.2°C / 79°F 21.9° / 33.8° 81.9
Sep 26°C / 79°F 22° / 33.1° 112.8
Oct 25.6°C / 78°F 21.6° / 31.8° 208.5
Nov 24.9°C / 77°F 20.1° / 30.5° 260.5
Dec 24.2°C / 76°F 18.4° / 30.2° 130.9
Kalakkādu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 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 37.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 433 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average82.9°F
54% above India avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Area368.3 sq mi (953.9 km²)
Population Density84/sq mi
Coordinates8.5138°N, 77.5494°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.6"
1% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 8.43"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.18"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 279 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 107 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 1.7 in
March 84°F (29°C) 1.9 in
April 86°F (30°C) 3.0 in
May 87°F (30°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 85°F (29°C) 2.0 in
July 84°F (29°C) 1.9 in
August 85°F (29°C) 1.2 in
September 85°F (29°C) 1.9 in
October 83°F (28°C) 7.6 in
November 80°F (27°C) 8.4 in Wettest
December 79°F (26°C) 4.3 in

Kalakkādu has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 79°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.4") and January the driest (1.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Kalakkādu

Institution Type Founded Website
Nehru Nursing College College
PET Arts And Science College College
PET Engineering College College Visit →
Tirunelveli Dakshina Mara Nadar Sangam College College 1971 Visit →

Schools in Kalakkādu

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Government Higher Secondary School
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Radio Stations near Kalakkādu

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AURAL OLDIES oldies MP3
Annai FM malayalam, music MP3
Nellai FM MP3

Museums in Kalakkādu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
District Science Centre
Gajendravaradhar Arakkattalai Arungatchiyagam

Libraries in Kalakkādu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
District Central Library, Palayamkottai0.0

Farmers Markets in Kalakkādu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Palay Market
Vegetables-Whole Sale
Vegitable Market

Restaurants in Kalakkādu

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Muthu Hotel

Clinics in Kalakkādu

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ABI'S Psychological Counselling and Research Centre
Megala Dental Clinic
Parvathy Nursing Home

Dentists in Kalakkādu

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Maha Speciality Dental Clinic

Gas Stations in Kalakkādu

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Essar
IN #10131900356
Indian Oil

Banks in Kalakkādu

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

State Bank of India

Airports Near Kalakkādu

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Thiruvananthapuram International AirportTRVLarge Airport
Kovilpatti AirportSmall Airport
Tuticorin AirportTCRSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Kalakkādu

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Hebron coyncilling centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kalakkādu

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sathya Vageeswarar 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 Kalakkādu

What is the population of Kalakkādu?

Kalakkādu has a population of 30,921 residents and is located in India. The population density is 84 people per square mile, spread across 368.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kalakkādu 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 Kalakkādu?

Kalakkādu 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 84°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches.

How is the job market in Kalakkādu?

Kalakkādu 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 557 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kalakkādu?

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

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