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Keppapularu, Sri Lanka
Northern Province · Sri Lanka
Keppapularu is a small city in Northern Province, Sri Lanka with a population of 8,361. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Keppapularu
Vattapalai is a suburban area in the Mullaitivu District of Northern Sri Lanka. Distinguished by its unique character, Vattapalai stands apart from the surrounding villages that were incorporated during the town's expansion. The name "Vattapalai" is rendered in Tamil as வற்றாப்பளை (Vaṟṟāppaḷai) and in Sinhala as වට්ටාප්පලෛ (vaṭṭāppalai).
People
Climate
| Population | 8,361 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2754°, 80.7553° |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
| Country | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
| State / Province | Northern Province |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.6 inches (1,464 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Keppapularu
Keppapularu is a small city in Sri Lanka (Northern Province) with a population of 8,361. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Colombo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.0°F |
| 52% above Sri Lanka avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 236 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 314.3 sq mi (814.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.2754°N, 80.7553°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Colombo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1882 | SRI LANKA | Earthquake | - | - | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 1.6 in | |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 15.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 13.0 in |
Keppapularu has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 77°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.2") and June the driest (0.6").
Schools in Keppapularu
37 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mu/Kompavil Vigneswara Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Valaiyanmadam GTMS | - | - | - | - |
| Unnapilavu Tamil Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Mullivakkal East GTMS | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Peraru Tamil Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Thimpily primary school | - | - | - | - |
| sri subramaniyam vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Play Grounds | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Vattapalai Maha Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Vannamathi Ground | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Venavil Sri Murugananda Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Kaiveli Ganesha Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| sri subramaniyam vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| sri subramaniyam vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| sri subramaniyam vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| sri subramaniyam vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| sri subramaniyam vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| sri subramaniyam vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| sri subramaniyam vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Arasaratnam Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Puthukkudiyiruppu Central College | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Sri Subramaniya Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Kaiveli Ganesha Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Mulliyawalai Tamil Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Kalaimagal Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Mulliyavalai RCTMS | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Ambalavanpokkanai Maha Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Matalan RCTMS | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Iranaippalai R.C. Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Puthukudrippu RCTMS | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Keppapilavu GTMS | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Kompavil Vigneswara Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Koolamurippu GTMS | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Aanathapuram GTMS | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Mulliwaikkal West Junior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Sivanagar Tamil Vidyalayam | - | - | - | - |
| Mu/Mannakandal GTMS | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Keppapularu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mulliyawalai Market | |||||
| Pudukkudiyirippu Main Market |
Restaurants in Keppapularu
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Keppapularu
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Keppapularu
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Keppapularu
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Keppapularu
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Keppapularu
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Keppapularu
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Keppapularu
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jaffna International Airport | JAF | Large Airport |
| China Bay Airport | TRR | Medium Airport |
| Iranamadu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sri Lanka Air Force Station Mullaitivu | - | Small Airport |
| Vavuniya Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Keppapularu
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iyan Kovil | |
| Kadda Viyanagar Kovil | |
| Kannan Kojil | |
| Kombavil Nagathambiraan Temple | |
| Kovil | |
| Muththumari Amman Aalayam | |
| Puthukudrippu Sri Kanthaswamy Kovil | |
| Ulakalantha Pillayar Kovil |
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What is the population of Keppapularu?
Keppapularu has a population of 8,361 residents and is located in Sri Lanka. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 314.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Keppapularu?
Keppapularu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.6 inches.