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Kalpeni, India

Lakshadweep · India

Kalpeni is a small town in Lakshadweep, India with a population of 4,419. Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,419 Population 2,302/sq mi density
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
81.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,000 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$2,000 median income, 7.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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About Kalpeni

Kalpeni

Kalpeni is an inhabited atoll in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep, India. It has a distance of 287 km (178 mi) west of the city of Kochi.

People

Population4,419
Median Age29.0 yrs
Density2,302/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,000
Per Capita$1,900
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty6.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$15,000
Rent$35
Housing Units1,768
Rent Burden26.2%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain81.9 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Population4,419
Population Density2,302 / sq mi
Coordinates10.0826°, 73.6432°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceLakshadweep
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation81.9 inches (2,080 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,000
Median Age29.0 years

About Kalpeni

Kalpeni is a small town in India (Lakshadweep) with a population of 4,419. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kalpeni has a population of 4,419 with a density of 2,302 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,419
Total Population
2,302
People / sq mi
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below India avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kalpeni vs India Average

The median household income in Kalpeni is $2,000, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,900 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $37, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 80 business establishments.

Income: Kalpeni vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,000
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,900
Avg Weekly Wage$37

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above India avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below India avg
Establishments (County)80

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kalpeni is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,768 total housing units in the city. 26.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,000
95% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden26.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,768

Property Tax

Kalpeni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average).

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average81.3°F
51% above India avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Geography

Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density2,302/sq mi
Coordinates10.0826°N, 73.6432°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 81.9"
116% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 18.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Apr 10, 2024.

Apr 10, 2024 66 km SSE of Kavaratti, India M4.6 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Ockhi (2017).

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Ockhi Category 2 134 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
February 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.5 in
April 84°F (29°C) 2.3 in Warmest
May 84°F (29°C) 11.7 in
June 81°F (27°C) 18.3 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 16.6 in Coldest
August 80°F (26°C) 10.6 in
September 80°F (27°C) 7.3 in
October 81°F (27°C) 7.3 in
November 81°F (27°C) 4.7 in
December 81°F (27°C) 1.7 in

Kalpeni has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in July to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 81.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (18.3") and February the driest (0.4").

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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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kalpeni

What is the population of Kalpeni?

Kalpeni has a population of 4,419 residents and is located in India. The population density is 2,302 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kalpeni expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,000, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $15,000 (95% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kalpeni?

Kalpeni has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.9 inches.

How is the job market in Kalpeni?

The unemployment rate in Kalpeni is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $37. There are 80 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kalpeni?

The median home value in Kalpeni is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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