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Kallidaikurichi, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Kallidaikurichi is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 26,398. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
26,398 Population 74/sq mi density
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
41.4 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

Population26,398
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density74/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units10,559
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Population26,398
Population Density74 / sq mi
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates8.6859°, 77.4659°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation41.4 inches (1,051 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Kallidaikurichi

Kallidaikurichi is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 26,398. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kallidaikurichi has a population of 26,398 with a density of 74 people per square mile, spread across 357.4 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

26,398
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
357.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kallidaikurichi vs India Average

The median household income in Kallidaikurichi 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 475 business establishments.

Income: Kallidaikurichi 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)475

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kallidaikurichi 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 10,559 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 Units10,559

Property Tax

Climate in Kallidaikurichi

Kallidaikurichi 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
Kallidaikurichi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.5°F
53% above India avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area357.4 sq mi (925.7 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates8.6859°N, 77.4659°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.4"
9% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 8.31"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.34"

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 1 270 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 127 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 1.7 in
March 84°F (29°C) 2.4 in
April 86°F (30°C) 3.5 in
May 87°F (30°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 2.9 in
July 83°F (28°C) 2.5 in
August 84°F (29°C) 1.3 in Driest
September 84°F (29°C) 2.0 in
October 82°F (28°C) 8.1 in
November 80°F (26°C) 8.3 in Wettest
December 79°F (26°C) 4.2 in

Kallidaikurichi has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 78°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.3") and August the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Kallidaikurichi

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tilak Vidyalaya Higher Secondary School
St. Antony's Matriculation Higher Secondary School
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Radio Stations near Kallidaikurichi

3 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Kallidaikurichi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Folk Arts Site Museum, Courtallam
Gajendravaradhar Arakkattalai Arungatchiyagam

Farmers Markets in Kallidaikurichi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
kamarajar market
Pavoorchatram Daily Market
Vegitable Market

Clinics in Kallidaikurichi

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bogar Siddha Clinic

Train Stations in Kallidaikurichi

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kallidaikurichi

Gas Stations in Kallidaikurichi

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Bharat Petroleum
Indian Oil
Indian Oil

Banks in Kallidaikurichi

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canara Bank
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited

Airports Near Kallidaikurichi

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Thiruvananthapuram International AirportTRVLarge Airport
Kovilpatti AirportSmall Airport
Tuticorin AirportTCRSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kallidaikurichi

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aruldarum Sri Muppidathi Amman Temple
Arulmigu Adhivaraperumal temple
Arulmigu Agathiyar temple
Arulmigu Aramvalartha Nayagi Udanurai Kulasekaramudayar Temple
Arulmigu Devi Srikaanthari Amman temple
Arulmigu Maragathambikai Sametha Kasinathar Temple
Arulmigu Sivakami Ambal Sametha Sri Bagazhikoothar temple
Arulmigu Vadivaambigai Ambal Udanurai Manendhiappar Temple
Masanak Karayan (A) Sri Sudalai Mataswamy temple
Rahmat Juma Masjid
Sri Kenga Parameshwari Amman Temple
Sri Muppidathi Amman Temple
Sri Mutharaman 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 Kallidaikurichi

What is the population of Kallidaikurichi?

Kallidaikurichi has a population of 26,398 residents and is located in India. The population density is 74 people per square mile, spread across 357.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kallidaikurichi 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 Kallidaikurichi?

Kallidaikurichi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches.

How is the job market in Kallidaikurichi?

Kallidaikurichi 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 475 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kallidaikurichi?

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

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