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Palangarai, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Palangarai is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 17,248. Elevation: 1,086 ft (331 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
17,248 Population 80/sq mi density
1,086 ft Elevation 331 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
24.8 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

Population17,248
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density80/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units6,899
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,086 ft (331 m)
Population17,248
Population Density80 / sq mi
Elevation1,086 ft (331 m)
Coordinates11.1978°, 77.3058°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation24.8 inches (631 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Palangarai

Palangarai is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 17,248. The city sits at an elevation of 1,086 feet (331 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Palangarai has a population of 17,248 with a density of 80 people per square mile, spread across 216.4 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

17,248
Total Population
80
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
216.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Palangarai vs India Average

The median household income in Palangarai 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 310 business establishments.

Income: Palangarai 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)310

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Palangarai 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 6,899 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 Units6,899

Property Tax

Climate in Palangarai

Palangarai has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.4°C), the coldest is Dec (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 991 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.2°C / 76°F 16° / 33.6° 27.1
Feb 26.6°C / 80°F 17.3° / 37.4° 4.3
Mar 29.7°C / 85°F 19.1° / 40.3° 14.6
Apr 31.4°C / 89°F 23.2° / 41.3° 47.0
May 30°C / 86°F 23.4° / 40.1° 92.3
Jun 28.1°C / 82°F 22.4° / 36.6° 69.8
Jul 27.1°C / 81°F 22.3° / 35° 90.0
Aug 27°C / 81°F 21.6° / 35.4° 121.6
Sep 26.6°C / 80°F 21.3° / 34.7° 116.2
Oct 26°C / 79°F 20.3° / 34.2° 191.8
Nov 24.7°C / 76°F 18.8° / 30.9° 141.4
Dec 23.9°C / 75°F 16.9° / 31° 74.9
Palangarai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 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 24.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,086 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,086 ft (331 m)
Area216.4 sq mi (560.4 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates11.1978°N, 77.3058°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.8"
35% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.57"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.35"

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 1 211 km
2011 Thane Category 1 288 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 286 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 219 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 220 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) 0.5 in
April 86°F (30°C) 2.1 in Warmest
May 85°F (29°C) 3.2 in
June 82°F (28°C) 0.8 in
July 80°F (27°C) 1.1 in
August 80°F (27°C) 1.6 in
September 80°F (27°C) 2.3 in
October 80°F (26°C) 6.6 in Wettest
November 78°F (25°C) 4.2 in
December 76°F (25°C) 1.9 in Coldest

Palangarai has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 76°F in December to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.6") and January the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Palangarai

2 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Palangarai

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
PSG GRD Museum of Science & Technology

Libraries in Palangarai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
KPR Central Library0.0
Library0.0
Public Branch Library0.0
Public Village Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Palangarai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Annur saturday market (weekly market)
Sandhai
Sulur Market
Thekalur weekly market
Thekkalur Weekly market
Tirupur Daily Market
Tirupur Market
Ulavar Sandhai (Farmers Market)
Weekly Market (sandhai)

Restaurants in Palangarai

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shri Sai Krishna

Gas Stations in Palangarai

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HP bunk

Banks in Palangarai

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IDBI Bank

Airports Near Palangarai

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coimbatore International AirportCJBLarge 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 Palangarai

What is the population of Palangarai?

Palangarai has a population of 17,248 residents and is located in India. The population density is 80 people per square mile, spread across 216.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Palangarai 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 Palangarai?

Palangarai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.8 inches.

How is the job market in Palangarai?

Palangarai 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 310 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Palangarai?

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

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