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Kariapatti, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Kariapatti is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 18,191. Elevation: 299 ft (91 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
18,191 Population 92/sq mi density
299 ft Elevation 91 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
33.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,300 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment
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Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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About Kariapatti

Kariapatti is a town Panchayat city in district of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. The Kariapatti Town Panchayat has population of 18,984 of which 9,439 are males while 9,545 are females as per report released by Census India 2011. The Kariapatti city is divided into 15 wards for which elections are held every 5 years.

People

Population18,191
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density92/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

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Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units7,276
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Population18,191
Population Density92 / sq mi
Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Coordinates9.6751°, 78.0999°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation33.9 inches (862 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Kariapatti

Kariapatti is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 18,191. The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet (91 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kariapatti has a population of 18,191 with a density of 92 people per square mile, spread across 197.2 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

18,191
Total Population
92
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
197.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kariapatti vs India Average

The median household income in Kariapatti 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 327 business establishments.

Income: Kariapatti 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)327

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kariapatti 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 7,276 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 Units7,276

Property Tax

Climate in Kariapatti

Kariapatti has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.1°C), the coldest is Dec (24.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1179 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25°C / 77°F 17.8° / 33.4° 60.7
Feb 27.1°C / 81°F 18.3° / 37.4° 10.3
Mar 29.8°C / 86°F 20.7° / 40.5° 16.9
Apr 31.1°C / 88°F 24.4° / 40.9° 60.9
May 30.5°C / 87°F 24.3° / 40.2° 88.1
Jun 29.2°C / 85°F 23.5° / 38.2° 63.2
Jul 28.8°C / 84°F 23.4° / 37.8° 77.7
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 22.9° / 38° 99.3
Sep 28.4°C / 83°F 22.6° / 37.1° 98.8
Oct 27.4°C / 81°F 22.3° / 35.5° 228.4
Nov 25.8°C / 78°F 20.9° / 31.4° 244.4
Dec 24.9°C / 77°F 19.2° / 30.9° 130.3
Kariapatti has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 274 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 33.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average84.4°F
56% above India avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Area197.2 sq mi (510.7 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates9.6751°N, 78.0999°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.9"
11% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.68"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.71"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gaja (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 143 km
2011 Thane Category 1 299 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 291 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 232 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 199 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 242 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 1.0 in
February 82°F (28°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 86°F (30°C) 1.0 in
April 88°F (31°C) 2.6 in
May 89°F (32°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 1.3 in
July 87°F (30°C) 1.6 in
August 86°F (30°C) 3.4 in
September 86°F (30°C) 3.9 in
October 83°F (28°C) 7.7 in Wettest
November 80°F (27°C) 5.8 in
December 79°F (26°C) 2.8 in Coldest

Kariapatti has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 79°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.7") and February the driest (0.7").

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Radio Stations near Kariapatti

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Recite Truth MP3
arumbu-fm MP3

Museums in Kariapatti

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Keeladi Archaeological Site
Keeladi Museum
Keezhadi Archeological Museum

Libraries in Kariapatti

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Common library aruppukottai0.0
Government Library0.0
Theosophical Society0.0

Farmers Markets in Kariapatti

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers' Market
Jaihindpuram Market
Nelpettai Market
Pandi Bazzar
Pandi Bazzar
Uzhavar Sandhai
Uzhavar santhai (aruppukottai )

Gas Stations in Kariapatti

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum

Stadiums & Teams in Kariapatti

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kariapatti

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Madurai AirportIXMMedium Airport
Kovilpatti AirportSmall Airport

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 Kariapatti

What is the population of Kariapatti?

Kariapatti has a population of 18,191 residents and is located in India. The population density is 92 people per square mile, spread across 197.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kariapatti 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 Kariapatti?

Kariapatti has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.

How is the job market in Kariapatti?

Kariapatti 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 327 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kariapatti?

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

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