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Kiltan, India

Lakshadweep · India

Kiltan is a small town in Lakshadweep, India with a population of 3,946. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,946 Population 5,719/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
75.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,000 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$2,000 median income, 7.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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About Kiltan

Kiltan

Kiltan or Kilthān Island is a coral island in the Amindivi subgroup of the Indian Union Territory of Lakshadweep.
It is at a distance of 291 km away from Kannur, 303 km away from Kozhikode, and 394 km (245 mi) west of the city of Kochi.
The nearest mainland body is Cannanore and the nearest port is Mangalore.

People

Population3,946
Median Age29.0 yrs
Density5,719/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,000
Per Capita$1,900
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty6.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$15,000
Rent$35
Housing Units1,578
Rent Burden26.2%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain75.0 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population3,946
Population Density5,719 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates11.4858°, 73.0038°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceLakshadweep
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation75.0 inches (1,905 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,000
Median Age29.0 years

About Kiltan

Kiltan is a small town in India (Lakshadweep) with a population of 3,946. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kiltan has a population of 3,946 with a density of 5,719 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,946
Total Population
5,719
People / sq mi
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below India avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kiltan vs India Average

The median household income in Kiltan is $2,000, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,900 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $37, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 71 business establishments.

Income: Kiltan vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,000
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,900
Avg Weekly Wage$37

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above India avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below India avg
Establishments (County)71

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kiltan is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,578 total housing units in the city. 26.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,000
95% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden26.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,578

Property Tax

Kiltan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 75.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above India avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density5,719/sq mi
Coordinates11.4858°N, 73.0038°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.0"
97% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 18.54"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 1 269 km
2017 Ockhi Category 3 271 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 0.4 in
February 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
April 83°F (28°C) 1.3 in
May 83°F (28°C) 11.8 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 18.5 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 16.1 in Coldest
August 79°F (26°C) 9.8 in
September 79°F (26°C) 6.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in
November 81°F (27°C) 3.1 in
December 81°F (27°C) 1.2 in

Kiltan has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in July to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 75.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (18.5") and February the driest (0.1").

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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 Kiltan

What is the population of Kiltan?

Kiltan has a population of 3,946 residents and is located in India. The population density is 5,719 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kiltan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,000, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $15,000 (95% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kiltan?

Kiltan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.0 inches.

How is the job market in Kiltan?

The unemployment rate in Kiltan is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $37. There are 71 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kiltan?

The median home value in Kiltan is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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