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Kallakurichi, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Kallakurichi is a major city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 1,682,687. Elevation: 407 ft (124 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,682,687 Population 3,555/sq mi density
407 ft Elevation 124 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

Population1,682,687
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density3,555/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units673,075
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Population1,682,687
Population Density3,555 / sq mi
Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Coordinates11.7338°, 78.9593°
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 Kallakurichi

Kallakurichi is a major city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 1,682,687. The city sits at an elevation of 407 feet (124 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.

Kallakurichi has a population of 1,682,687 with a density of 3,555 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

1,682,687
Total Population
3,555
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

Kallakurichi vs India Average

The median household income in Kallakurichi 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 23 business establishments.

Income: Kallakurichi 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)23

Business (County)

Restaurants0
Healthcare23
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kallakurichi 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 673,075 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 Units673,075

Property Tax

Climate in Kallakurichi

Kallakurichi 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
Kallakurichi 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 407 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

Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Area473.4 sq mi (1,226.0 km²)
Population Density3,555/sq mi
Coordinates11.7338°N, 78.9593°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 1 138 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 45 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

Kallakurichi 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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Colleges & Universities in Kallakurichi

Institution Type Founded Website
A. K. T. Memorial College Of Engineering And Technology College Visit →
Bharathiyar Educational Institure College
Sri Venkateswara College of Education College

Schools in Kallakurichi

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
AKT SCHOOL
Bharathi High School
Govenment Boyes School Ground
Kallakurichi Boys School Area
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Theatres in Kallakurichi

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mahalaksmi Theater

Train Stations in Kallakurichi

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pukkiravari

Gas Stations in Kallakurichi

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #1411379220
IN #1411379234
IN #1411379240

Airports Near Kallakurichi

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Neyveli AirportNVYSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Kallakurichi

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Dr. SG Ashok Kumar Homeopathy Clinic
Vijay Poly Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kallakurichi

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Govindaraja Perumal Temple
S M Highway Masjid-e-rehmania mosque
St. Joseph's

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Kallakurichi

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 4
Hospitals 23
Police Stations 1

🇮🇳 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 Kallakurichi

What is the population of Kallakurichi?

Kallakurichi has a population of 1,682,687 residents and is located in India. The population density is 3,555 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 Kallakurichi 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 Kallakurichi?

Kallakurichi 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 Kallakurichi?

Kallakurichi 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 23 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kallakurichi?

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

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