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Kalugumalai, India
Tamil Nadu · India
Kalugumalai is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 15,423. Elevation: 384 ft (117 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kalugumalai
Kalugumalai is a panchayat town in Kovilpatti Taluk of Thoothukudi district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Kalugumalai is 21 km and 22 km from Kovilpatti and Sankarankovil respectively. The place houses the rockcut Kalugasalamoorthy Temple, monolithic Vettuvan Koil and Kalugumalai Jain Beds.
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| Population | 15,423 |
| Population Density | 3,489 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 384 ft (117 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.1494°, 77.7057° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Tamil Nadu |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.8 inches (807 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $3,300 |
| Median Age | 33.0 years |
About Kalugumalai
Kalugumalai is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 15,423. The city sits at an elevation of 384 feet (117 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kalugumalai vs India Average
Income: Kalugumalai 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
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above India avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% |
| 31% below India avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 278 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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 Burden | 26.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 6,169 |
Property Tax
Climate in Kalugumalai
Kalugumalai has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.9°C), the coldest is Jan (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1290 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 84.3°F |
| 56% above India avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 384 ft (117 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,489/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.1494°N, 77.7057°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 1.2 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 86°F (30°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 87°F (31°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 87°F (31°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 1.1 in | |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 86°F (30°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
Kalugumalai has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 79°F in December to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.8") and June the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Kalugumalai
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nellai FM | — | MP3 | |
| AIR Tuticorin | news, tamil music | AAC+ 78 kbps | |
| Recite Truth | — | MP3 | |
| arumbu-fm | — | MP3 |
Clinics in Kalugumalai
7 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kalugumalai
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kalugumalai
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Madurai Airport | IXM | Medium Airport |
| Kovilpatti Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tuticorin Airport | TCR | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kalugumalai
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Vettuvaan Koil |
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What is the population of Kalugumalai?
Kalugumalai has a population of 15,423 residents and is located in India. The population density is 3,489 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kalugumalai 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 Kalugumalai?
Kalugumalai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.8 inches.
How is the job market in Kalugumalai?
Kalugumalai 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 278 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kalugumalai?
The median home value in Kalugumalai is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.