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Ottakkadai, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Ottakkadai is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 15,152. Elevation: 482 ft (147 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
15,152 Population 156/sq mi density
482 ft Elevation 147 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
36.4 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

Population15,152
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density156/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units6,061
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation482 ft (147 m)
Population15,152
Population Density156 / sq mi
Elevation482 ft (147 m)
Coordinates9.9580°, 78.1886°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation36.4 inches (925 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Ottakkadai

Ottakkadai is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 15,152. The city sits at an elevation of 482 feet (147 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 36.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Ottakkadai has a population of 15,152 with a density of 156 people per square mile, spread across 97.0 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,152
Total Population
156
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
97.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ottakkadai vs India Average

The median household income in Ottakkadai 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 273 business establishments.

Income: Ottakkadai 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)273

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ottakkadai 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 6,061 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 Units6,061

Property Tax

Climate in Ottakkadai

Ottakkadai has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.5°C), the coldest is Jan (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1167 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.9°C / 75°F 16.3° / 32.6° 42.3
Feb 25.9°C / 79°F 17° / 36.5° 7.3
Mar 29°C / 84°F 19.2° / 40° 15.5
Apr 30.5°C / 87°F 23.2° / 40.8° 63.1
May 30.3°C / 87°F 23.7° / 40.1° 88.9
Jun 28.9°C / 84°F 22.6° / 37.9° 72.2
Jul 28.3°C / 83°F 22.6° / 37.2° 94.6
Aug 28.1°C / 83°F 22° / 36.9° 118.7
Sep 27.7°C / 82°F 21.5° / 36.3° 118.9
Oct 26.5°C / 80°F 21.3° / 34.4° 239.0
Nov 24.9°C / 77°F 19.7° / 30.6° 199.7
Dec 24°C / 75°F 17.7° / 30.1° 106.6
Ottakkadai 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 270 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 36.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 482 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.8°F
55% above India avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation482 ft (147 m)
Area97.0 sq mi (251.1 km²)
Population Density156/sq mi
Coordinates9.9580°N, 78.1886°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.4"
4% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 117 km
2011 Thane Category 1 269 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 261 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 201 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 229 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 210 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 85°F (29°C) 0.8 in
April 88°F (31°C) 2.4 in
May 89°F (32°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 1.7 in
July 87°F (30°C) 2.2 in
August 86°F (30°C) 4.5 in
September 85°F (29°C) 4.7 in
October 83°F (28°C) 7.9 in Wettest
November 80°F (27°C) 5.4 in
December 78°F (26°C) 3.0 in

Ottakkadai has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 78°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.9") and February the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near Ottakkadai

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Recite Truth MP3
arumbu-fm MP3

Museums in Ottakkadai

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gallery Kutir Asthi Peedam
Gandhi Memorial Museum
Government Museum - Madurai
Keeladi Archaeological Site
Keeladi Museum
Keezhadi Archeological Museum

Libraries in Ottakkadai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
District Central Library0.0
Gandhi Museum Library0.0
Kalaignar Centenary Library0.0
Theosophical Society0.0

Farmers Markets in Ottakkadai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Central Vegetable Market
Fish market
Flower Market
Fruit Market
Jaihindpuram Market
Nelpettai Market
Pandi Bazzar
Pandi Bazzar
Sholavandhan vegetables market
Uzhavar Sandhai

Restaurants in Ottakkadai

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Adyar Ananda Bhavan
Karaikudi Mess
Meenakshi Bhavan

Cafes in Ottakkadai

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Le Brew Cafe

Gas Stations in Ottakkadai

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Shell

Stadiums & Teams in Ottakkadai

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Airports Near Ottakkadai

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Madurai AirportIXMMedium 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 Ottakkadai

What is the population of Ottakkadai?

Ottakkadai has a population of 15,152 residents and is located in India. The population density is 156 people per square mile, spread across 97.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ottakkadai 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 Ottakkadai?

Ottakkadai 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 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches.

How is the job market in Ottakkadai?

Ottakkadai 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 273 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ottakkadai?

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

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