Kāraikkudi, India
Tamil Nadu · India
Kāraikkudi is a large city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 106,714. Elevation: 279 ft (85 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 106,714 |
| Population Density | 20,097 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.0662°, 78.7678° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Tamil Nadu |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.4 inches (974 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kāraikkudi
Kāraikkudi is a large city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 106,714. The city sits at an elevation of 279 feet (85 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.
Climate in Kāraikkudi
Kāraikkudi has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (31°C), the coldest is Jan (24.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1147 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.9°F |
| 55% above India avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (30°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 20,097/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.0662°N, 78.7678°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
Kāraikkudi 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").
Colleges & Universities in Kāraikkudi
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alagappa Chettiar College of Engineering and Technology | College | 1952 | Visit → |
| Alagappa Govt Arts College | College | - | Visit → |
| Alagappa University | University | - | , |
| Alagappa University College of Education | College | - | , |
| Alagappa University Science Block | College | - | , |
| AUCPE | University | - | , |
| Central Electro Chemical Research Institute | University | - | , |
| CSIR-CECRI | University | - | , |
| Department of Library and Information Science | College | - | , |
| Dr Umayal Ramanathan College for Women | College | - | Visit → |
| National Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology | College | - | Visit → |
| Office of the Controller of Examinations | University | - | , |
| Ramasamy Tamil College | College | - | , |
| Shanmuganathan Engineering College | College | - | Visit → |
| Subramaniam Polytechnic College | College | - | , |
| Vidyagiri Group of Institutions | College | - | , |
| Vivekananda Polytechnic College | College | - | , |
Schools in Kāraikkudi
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karthikeyan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Michael Matric School | - | - | - | - |
| Alagappa Model Hr Sec School | - | - | - | - |
| SMSV Girls Hr Sec School | - | - | - | - |
| SMSV Boy Hr Sec School | - | - | - | - |
| Koviloor Group of Education | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kāraikkudi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kāraikkudi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athangudi Palace | ||||
| Vallal Dr. Alagappar Museum |
Libraries in Kāraikkudi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alagappa University Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rayavaram Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kāraikkudi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devakottai Weekly Market |
Hotels in Kāraikkudi
12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kāraikkudi
20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kāraikkudi
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Kāraikkudi
4 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kāraikkudi
30 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kāraikkudi
10 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kāraikkudi
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kāraikkudi
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kāraikkudi
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kāraikkudi
22 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kāraikkudi
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kāraikkudi
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tiruchirappalli International Airport | TRZ | Large Airport |
| Madurai Airport | IXM | Medium Airport |
| Ramnad Naval Air Station | - | Small Airport |
| Thanjavur Air Force Station | TJV | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kāraikkudi
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Karaikudi Head Post Office | |
| The Professional Couriers |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kāraikkudi
18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ariyakudi ThiruVenkadamUdayan Perumal temple | |
| Arockiamatha Grotto | |
| Infant Jesus Chruch | |
| Kattuthalaivasal Mosque | |
| Kottaikkarai Muniayya Temple | |
| Muthalamman Kovil | |
| Muthumariamman Kovil | |
| Sahaya Matha Church | |
| Samiyar Garden | |
| Sivan Temple | |
| Sri Koppudayanayaki Amman Temple | |
| Sri Vetri Vinayagar Sri Bala murugaswami Thirukovil | |
| St Sebastian Church | |
| St.Joseph Church | |
| T.E.L.C Church | |
| Varasiddhi vinayagar kovil | |
| Vinayagar Temple | |
| Vinayagar Temple |
Quick Facts
Around Kāraikkudi
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Kāraikkudi
2 places within 15 km
- • Esan pets and aquarium
- • Kanadukathan Palace
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What is the population of Kāraikkudi?
Kāraikkudi has a population of 106,714 residents and is located in India. The population density is 20,097 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kāraikkudi?
Kāraikkudi 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. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches.
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