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Kallakkurichchi, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Kallakkurichchi is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 40,449. Elevation: 430 ft (131 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
40,449 Population 85/sq mi density
430 ft Elevation 131 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
38.2 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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People

Population40,449
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density85/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units16,180
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Population40,449
Population Density85 / sq mi
Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Coordinates11.7404°, 78.9590°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation38.2 inches (970 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Kallakkurichchi

Kallakkurichchi is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 40,449. The city sits at an elevation of 430 feet (131 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kallakkurichchi has a population of 40,449 with a density of 85 people per square mile, spread across 473.4 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

40,449
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
473.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kallakkurichchi vs India Average

The median household income in Kallakkurichchi 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 728 business establishments.

Income: Kallakkurichchi 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)728

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kallakkurichchi 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 16,180 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 Units16,180

Property Tax

Climate in Kallakkurichchi

Kallakkurichchi has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.7°C), the coldest is Jan (23.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1073 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.1°C / 74°F 14.9° / 32.1° 28.2
Feb 25.1°C / 77°F 16.1° / 36.4° 6.2
Mar 28.4°C / 83°F 18.3° / 40.2° 8.8
Apr 30.7°C / 87°F 22.1° / 41.3° 25.6
May 30.5°C / 87°F 23.4° / 41° 94.4
Jun 28.8°C / 84°F 22.7° / 37.8° 68.4
Jul 27.8°C / 82°F 22.3° / 36.5° 98.6
Aug 27.5°C / 82°F 21.8° / 36.3° 138.4
Sep 26.7°C / 80°F 21.3° / 34.8° 130.8
Oct 25.8°C / 78°F 20.6° / 33.3° 169.3
Nov 24.3°C / 76°F 18.6° / 30.5° 199.2
Dec 23.2°C / 74°F 16.4° / 29.8° 105.3
Kallakkurichchi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 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 38.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 430 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.2°F
54% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Area473.4 sq mi (1,226.0 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates11.7404°N, 78.9590°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.2"
0% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.23"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

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 M5.2 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 1 179 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 139 km
2016 Vardah Category 1 183 km
2011 Thane Category 2 103 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 104 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 53 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 180 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 46 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in
February 80°F (26°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 84°F (29°C) 0.5 in
April 88°F (31°C) 1.3 in
May 90°F (32°C) 3.0 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 1.7 in
July 86°F (30°C) 3.0 in
August 85°F (30°C) 4.7 in
September 85°F (29°C) 5.0 in
October 82°F (28°C) 8.2 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 6.1 in
December 76°F (25°C) 3.5 in Coldest

Kallakkurichchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 76°F in December to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.2") and February the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Kallakkurichchi

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
AKT SCHOOL
Govenment Boyes School Ground
Kallakurichi Boys School Area
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Clinics in Kallakkurichchi

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr. SG Ashok Kumar Homeopathy Clinic
Vijay Poly Clinic

Dentists in Kallakkurichchi

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Susila Dental Clinic
Udaya Dental Clinic

Bus Stations in Kallakkurichchi

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

TNSTC Bus Depo
TNSTC Bus Stand , Kallakurichi

Airports Near Kallakkurichchi

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Neyveli AirportNVYSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Kallakkurichchi

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Dr. SG Ashok Kumar Homeopathy Clinic
Vijay Poly Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kallakkurichchi

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Joseph's

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 Kallakkurichchi

What is the population of Kallakkurichchi?

Kallakkurichchi has a population of 40,449 residents and is located in India. The population density is 85 people per square mile, spread across 473.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kallakkurichchi 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 Kallakkurichchi?

Kallakkurichchi 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 86°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches.

How is the job market in Kallakkurichchi?

Kallakkurichchi 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 728 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kallakkurichchi?

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

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