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Kolappalūr, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Kolappalūr is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 9,607. Elevation: 886 ft (270 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,607 Population 53/sq mi density
886 ft Elevation 270 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
26.7 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

Population9,607
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density53/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units3,843
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Population9,607
Population Density53 / sq mi
Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Coordinates11.3791°, 77.4293°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (679 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Kolappalūr

Kolappalūr is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 9,607. The city sits at an elevation of 886 feet (270 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kolappalūr has a population of 9,607 with a density of 53 people per square mile, spread across 181.1 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,607
Total Population
53
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
181.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kolappalūr vs India Average

The median household income in Kolappalūr 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 173 business establishments.

Income: Kolappalūr 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)173

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kolappalūr 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 3,843 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 Units3,843

Property Tax

Kolappalūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 26.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 886 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average81.5°F
51% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation886 ft (270 m)
Area181.1 sq mi (468.9 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates11.3791°N, 77.4293°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.7"
30% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.77"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.39"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 207 km
2011 Thane Category 1 272 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 270 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 204 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 204 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in
March 85°F (29°C) 0.6 in
April 87°F (31°C) 2.0 in Warmest
May 86°F (30°C) 3.4 in
June 83°F (28°C) 1.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 1.5 in
August 81°F (27°C) 2.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 2.8 in
October 80°F (27°C) 6.8 in Wettest
November 78°F (26°C) 3.8 in
December 77°F (25°C) 1.7 in Coldest

Kolappalūr has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 77°F in December to 87°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.8") and January the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Kolappalūr

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hand Of Jesus - CHINESE christian MP3 64 kbps

Libraries in Kolappalūr

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
cd memorial library0.0
Central Library0.0
Library0.0
Library0.0
Public Branch Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Village Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kolappalūr

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sandhai
Thekalur weekly market
Thekkalur Weekly market
Weekly Market
Weekly Market (sandhai)

Stadiums & Teams in Kolappalūr

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kolappalūr

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coimbatore International AirportCJBLarge Airport
Salem AirportSXVMedium Airport
Coimbatore Air Force StationSmall 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 Kolappalūr

What is the population of Kolappalūr?

Kolappalūr has a population of 9,607 residents and is located in India. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 181.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kolappalūr 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 Kolappalūr?

Kolappalūr 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 81°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches.

How is the job market in Kolappalūr?

Kolappalūr 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 173 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kolappalūr?

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

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