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P. J. Cholapuram, India

Tamil Nadu · India

P. J. Cholapuram is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 7,484. Elevation: 374 ft (114 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,484 Population 34/sq mi density
374 ft Elevation 114 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
28.4 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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About P. J. Cholapuram

P. J. Cholapuram is a panchayat town in Karur district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

People

Population7,484
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density34/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units2,994
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Population7,484
Population Density34 / sq mi
Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Coordinates10.9057°, 78.2792°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation28.4 inches (722 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About P. J. Cholapuram

P. J. Cholapuram is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 7,484. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet (114 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

P. J. Cholapuram has a population of 7,484 with a density of 34 people per square mile, spread across 220.3 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,484
Total Population
34
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
220.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

P. J. Cholapuram vs India Average

The median household income in P. J. Cholapuram 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 135 business establishments.

Income: P. J. Cholapuram 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)135

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in P. J. Cholapuram 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 2,994 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 Units2,994

Property Tax

P. J. Cholapuram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 284 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 28.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.7°F
55% above India avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Area220.3 sq mi (570.7 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates10.9057°N, 78.2792°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.4"
25% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.40"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.39"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 272 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 100 km
2011 Thane Category 1 198 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 193 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 124 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 276 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 130 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in
February 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 86°F (30°C) 0.4 in
April 89°F (32°C) 1.9 in
May 89°F (32°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 87°F (31°C) 1.0 in
July 85°F (30°C) 1.9 in
August 85°F (29°C) 2.9 in
September 84°F (29°C) 3.5 in
October 82°F (28°C) 7.4 in Wettest
November 80°F (26°C) 4.2 in
December 78°F (25°C) 1.9 in Coldest

P. J. Cholapuram has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 78°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.4") and February the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near P. J. Cholapuram

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JN FM TAMIL music MP3

Libraries in P. J. Cholapuram

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Public library0.0

Farmers Markets in P. J. Cholapuram

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Thursday Market

Airports Near P. J. Cholapuram

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tiruchirappalli International AirportTRZLarge 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
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Frequently Asked Questions About P. J. Cholapuram

What is the population of P. J. Cholapuram?

P. J. Cholapuram has a population of 7,484 residents and is located in India. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 220.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is P. J. Cholapuram 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 P. J. Cholapuram?

P. J. Cholapuram 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 85°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.4 inches.

How is the job market in P. J. Cholapuram?

P. J. Cholapuram 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 135 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in P. J. Cholapuram?

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

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