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Kottur, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Kottur is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 26,627. Elevation: 991 ft (302 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
26,627 Population 54/sq mi density
991 ft Elevation 302 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
54.9 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

Population26,627
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density54/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units10,651
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain54.9 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Population26,627
Population Density54 / sq mi
Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Coordinates10.5365°, 76.9803°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation54.9 inches (1,395 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Kottur

Kottur is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 26,627. The city sits at an elevation of 991 feet (302 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kottur has a population of 26,627 with a density of 54 people per square mile, spread across 495.8 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

26,627
Total Population
54
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
495.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kottur vs India Average

The median household income in Kottur 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 479 business establishments.

Income: Kottur 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)479

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kottur 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 10,651 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 Units10,651

Property Tax

Climate in Kottur

Kottur has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.2°C), the coldest is Dec (22.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1859 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.4°C / 72°F 14.8° / 31.1° 34.6
Feb 24.6°C / 76°F 15.1° / 35.2° 7.9
Mar 27.5°C / 81°F 17.2° / 37.7° 30.7
Apr 28.2°C / 83°F 21.4° / 38.6° 89.5
May 26.2°C / 79°F 21.4° / 35.8° 177.6
Jun 24.5°C / 76°F 20.1° / 31° 184.9
Jul 23.5°C / 74°F 20.2° / 28.9° 284.4
Aug 23.5°C / 74°F 19.8° / 29.2° 263.9
Sep 23.4°C / 74°F 19.8° / 29.2° 214.9
Oct 23.6°C / 75°F 18.5° / 29.7° 294.9
Nov 23.2°C / 74°F 18° / 28.7° 186.8
Dec 22.4°C / 72°F 16° / 28.5° 88.8
Kottur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 991 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Geography

Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Area495.8 sq mi (1,284.0 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates10.5365°N, 76.9803°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.9"
45% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.40"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.31"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 232 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 271 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 275 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.5 in
March 84°F (29°C) 1.0 in
April 85°F (29°C) 2.7 in Warmest
May 83°F (29°C) 4.6 in
June 79°F (26°C) 7.8 in
July 78°F (25°C) 12.4 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 7.1 in
September 79°F (26°C) 3.9 in
October 79°F (26°C) 7.7 in
November 78°F (25°C) 5.2 in
December 77°F (25°C) 1.8 in Coldest

Kottur has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 77°F in December to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 54.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.4") and January the driest (0.3").

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Radio Stations near Kottur

2 stations within ~55 km.

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

Libraries in Kottur

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Chittur Library0.0
Elapully panchayath library0.0
EMS Library0.0
Hare Krishna Library0.0
Library ലൈബ്രറി0.0
MCET Central Library0.0
Muncipal Library0.0
Nallepilly library0.0
Panchajanyam Library0.0
Sree Subramanya Muthaliyar Smaraka Library0.0
Vivekananda Library0.0
Vivekananda Library0.0
Vivekanantha Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kottur

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Parisakkkal Market
Public Market Chittur
Valparai Market
Vanitha Vyavasaya Kendram

Hotels in Kottur

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sri Balaji Lodge

Restaurants in Kottur

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mayura
Sri Devaki Hotels

Theatres in Kottur

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Valliammal Theatre, Kottur Malayandipattinam

Gas Stations in Kottur

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #11411647569
IN #308446760
IN #308449856

Airports Near Kottur

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cochin International AirportCOKLarge Airport
Coimbatore International AirportCJBLarge Airport
Coimbatore Air Force Station-Small Airport
INS Garuda / Willingdon Island Naval Air Station-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kottur

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gopalsamy temple
Sunnath Jannath Jamiya Mosque
Uchi Mahaliamman 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 Kottur

What is the population of Kottur?

Kottur has a population of 26,627 residents and is located in India. The population density is 54 people per square mile, spread across 495.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kottur 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 Kottur?

Kottur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.9 inches.

How is the job market in Kottur?

Kottur 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 479 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kottur?

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

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