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Kandanūr, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Kandanūr is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 7,696. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,696 Population 3,887/sq mi density
266 ft Elevation 81 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
38.4 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

Population7,696
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density3,887/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units3,078
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Population7,696
Population Density3,887 / sq mi
Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates10.1037°, 78.8254°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation38.4 inches (974 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Kandanūr

Kandanūr is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 7,696. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet (81 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kandanūr has a population of 7,696 with a density of 3,887 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,696
Total Population
3,887
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kandanūr vs India Average

The median household income in Kandanūr 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 139 business establishments.

Income: Kandanūr 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)139

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kandanūr 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 3,078 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 Units3,078

Property Tax

Kandanūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 266 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 38.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.9°F
55% above India avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density3,887/sq mi
Coordinates10.1037°N, 78.8254°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.4"
1% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 270 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 53 km
2011 Thane Category 1 213 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 204 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 298 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 153 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 252 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 259 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 164 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 1.0 in
February 81°F (27°C) 0.5 in Driest
March 85°F (29°C) 0.6 in
April 88°F (31°C) 1.7 in
May 89°F (32°C) 2.1 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 1.9 in
July 87°F (30°C) 3.2 in
August 86°F (30°C) 5.0 in
September 85°F (30°C) 5.2 in
October 83°F (28°C) 7.7 in Wettest
November 80°F (27°C) 5.8 in
December 78°F (26°C) 3.7 in Coldest

Kandanūr has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 78°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.7") and February the driest (0.5").

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Museums in Kandanūr

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Athangudi Palace
Vallal Dr. Alagappar Museum

Libraries in Kandanūr

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alagappa University Central Library0.0
Rayavaram Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kandanūr

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Devakottai Weekly Market

Airports Near Kandanūr

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tiruchirappalli International AirportTRZLarge Airport
Madurai AirportIXMMedium Airport
Thanjavur Air Force StationTJVSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kandanūr

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mathur Nagara Sivan Kovil
Perumal Kovil
Sivan Kovil

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 Kandanūr

What is the population of Kandanūr?

Kandanūr has a population of 7,696 residents and is located in India. The population density is 3,887 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kandanūr 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 Kandanūr?

Kandanūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches.

How is the job market in Kandanūr?

Kandanūr 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 139 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kandanūr?

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

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