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Kottaiyūr, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Kottaiyūr is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 14,766. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
14,766 Population 5,658/sq mi density
338 ft Elevation 103 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
38.4 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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Full City Profile

People

Population14,766
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density5,658/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units5,906
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Population14,766
Population Density5,658 / sq mi
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates10.1096°, 78.7956°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation38.4 inches (974 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Kottaiyūr

Kottaiyūr is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 14,766. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet (103 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.

Kottaiyūr has a population of 14,766 with a density of 5,658 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

14,766
Total Population
5,658
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kottaiyūr vs India Average

The median household income in Kottaiyūr 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 266 business establishments.

Income: Kottaiyūr 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)266

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kottaiyūr 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 5,906 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 Units5,906

Property Tax

Climate in Kottaiyūr

Kottaiyūr 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.6°C / 76°F 17.9° / 31.7° 52.9
Feb 26.3°C / 79°F 18.9° / 35.1° 13.5
Mar 29.2°C / 85°F 21° / 38.9° 10.0
Apr 31°C / 88°F 24.8° / 39.5° 48.1
May 30.8°C / 88°F 25.1° / 39.7° 77.1
Jun 30.1°C / 86°F 24.4° / 38.3° 54.2
Jul 29.7°C / 85°F 24° / 38° 69.2
Aug 29.4°C / 85°F 23.7° / 37.7° 85.4
Sep 28.9°C / 84°F 23.3° / 37.4° 105.4
Oct 27.5°C / 82°F 22.7° / 34.8° 217.7
Nov 25.9°C / 79°F 21.3° / 31.4° 246.0
Dec 24.9°C / 77°F 19.3° / 30.1° 167.3
Kottaiyūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 266 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 38.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.9°F
55% above India avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density5,658/sq mi
Coordinates10.1096°N, 78.7956°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.4"
1% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.51"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 272 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 55 km
2011 Thane Category 1 214 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 205 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 154 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 252 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 262 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 164 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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

Kottaiyūr 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").

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Schools in Kottaiyūr

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kendriya Vidyalaya
The Leaders Academy
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Museums in Kottaiyūr

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Athangudi Palace
Vallal Dr. Alagappar Museum

Libraries in Kottaiyūr

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alagappa University Central Library0.0
Rayavaram Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kottaiyūr

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Devakottai Weekly Market

Restaurants in Kottaiyūr

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Santhi Mess
Tibet Momo

Clinics in Kottaiyūr

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Health Center

Dentists in Kottaiyūr

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Selva Dental Care

Gas Stations in Kottaiyūr

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat petrolium
IOC

Banks in Kottaiyūr

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Indian Bank

Airports Near Kottaiyūr

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tiruchirappalli International AirportTRZLarge Airport
Madurai AirportIXMMedium Airport
Thanjavur Air Force StationTJVSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kottaiyūr

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Arulmigu SorKaettan Vinayakar Temple

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 Kottaiyūr

What is the population of Kottaiyūr?

Kottaiyūr has a population of 14,766 residents and is located in India. The population density is 5,658 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kottaiyūr 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 Kottaiyūr?

Kottaiyūr 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. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches.

How is the job market in Kottaiyūr?

Kottaiyūr 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 266 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kottaiyūr?

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

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