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Papanasam, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Papanasam is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 17,548. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
17,548 Population 3,943/sq mi density
121 ft Elevation 37 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
38.0 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

Population17,548
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density3,943/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units7,019
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Population17,548
Population Density3,943 / sq mi
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates10.9269°, 79.2706°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation38.0 inches (964 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Papanasam

Papanasam is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 17,548. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Papanasam has a population of 17,548 with a density of 3,943 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

17,548
Total Population
3,943
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Papanasam vs India Average

The median household income in Papanasam 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 316 business establishments.

Income: Papanasam 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)316

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Papanasam 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 7,019 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 Units7,019

Property Tax

Climate in Papanasam

Papanasam has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (31.5°C), the coldest is Jan (24.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1234 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.4°C / 76°F 18.3° / 31.1° 58.9
Feb 25.9°C / 79°F 19.3° / 34.5° 16.7
Mar 28.8°C / 84°F 21.3° / 39.1° 9.9
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 24.4° / 40.1° 23.4
May 31.5°C / 89°F 25.5° / 40.8° 74.8
Jun 30.6°C / 87°F 24.9° / 38.9° 61.5
Jul 29.8°C / 86°F 24.4° / 37.7° 88.0
Aug 29.3°C / 85°F 24.1° / 37.8° 115.6
Sep 28.7°C / 84°F 23.6° / 36.7° 123.6
Oct 27.6°C / 82°F 22.6° / 34.5° 178.3
Nov 26.1°C / 79°F 21.4° / 31.3° 311.1
Dec 24.9°C / 77°F 19.5° / 30° 172.9
Papanasam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 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 38.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.2°F
54% above India avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.5 km²)
Population Density3,943/sq mi
Coordinates10.9269°N, 79.2706°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.0"
0% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 7.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.55"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 174 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 51 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 251 km
2011 Thane Category 2 110 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 102 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 53 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 290 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 175 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 64 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 83°F (29°C) 0.6 in
April 87°F (31°C) 1.3 in
May 89°F (32°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 1.3 in
July 87°F (30°C) 2.4 in
August 86°F (30°C) 4.4 in
September 85°F (29°C) 4.0 in
October 82°F (28°C) 7.2 in
November 79°F (26°C) 7.8 in Wettest
December 77°F (25°C) 5.1 in

Papanasam has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 76°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Papanasam

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St. Bastin's Matriculation Higher Secondary school
Pattukottai Alagiri Matriculation Higher Secondary School
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Radio Stations near Papanasam

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Harrish Jayaraj tamil, tamil cinema music MP3

Museums in Papanasam

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museum Of Rajendra Chola
Thanjavur Maratha Palace and Museum

Libraries in Papanasam

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
District Central Library0.0
Government Public Library0.0
Thirubuvanam branch library0.0
Thirubuvanam Branch Library0.0
TMC Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Papanasam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sarafoji market
Vegetable Market
Vegetable Market
Vegetable market

Clinics in Papanasam

11 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr.Nilagiri Sargi Clinic
MK Physiotheraphy Clinic
MK Sivaguru Physio Clinic
Neelakandan Clinic
Orthopaedic Clinic
Pavunpappa Nursing Home
S R Baby Clinic
Sanmugaraajaa Clinic
Sellamuthu Ayurvedic Ortho Treatment Centre
Sugam Clinic
Thilagavathy Poly Clinic

Dentists in Papanasam

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alagappa Multispeciality Dental Clinic
Sugam Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Papanasam

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pandaravadai
Papanasam

Gas Stations in Papanasam

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
HP
IN #1669809148
IN #4951079178
IN #4951081228
IN #4951081322

Banks in Papanasam

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HDFC Bank
State Bank of India

Stadiums & Teams in Papanasam

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Papanasam

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tiruchirappalli International AirportTRZLarge Airport
Neyveli AirportNVYSmall Airport
Thanjavur Air Force StationTJVSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Papanasam

38 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A K C Nursing Home
Abraham Pandithar Siddha Clinic
Arut Jothi Siddha Clinic
Dr. A Mutthu Mahesh Clinic
Dr. Ashok Kumar Skin and Hair Care Clinic
Dr. K. Balamurali.Neurologist
Dr. K. Balamurugan Brain Specialist
Dr. M. Priya Children's Care
Dr. Manimegalai Clinic
Dr. R.G.K Eye Care Centre
Dr. R.K. Nursing Home
Dr. Vinnarasan Skin Specialist
Dr.Agarwals Eye Hospital, Tanjore
Dr.Anusuya Gynecologist EBK CLINIC
Dr.Babu ENT
Dr.C. Rajasekaran ENT Clinic
Dr.Navamani Clinic
Dr.Rajalakshmi clinic
Dr.Senthil Skin and Hair Clinic
ECHS Polyiclinic
Gowri Sankar Kidney Care Centre
Guru Clinic
Heart Care Centre
Janaki Nursing Home
K. Kanda Pazhanivel Poly Clinic
M.V.K. Nursing Home
Mohan ENT Centre
Murali Gastro Clinic
National Clinic
Original Mahalingam Piles & Fistula Clinic
Raja Rajan Nursing Home
Rani Clinic
Samattva Naturopathy Yoga Clinic
Shri Lakshmi Scans and Clinic
Sri Selva Clinic
Surya Siddha Varma Clinic
Thangasaradha Nursing Home
Thirumalai Ortho Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Papanasam

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Arulmigu Ramalinga Swamy Thirukovil
Giant granary, Tiruppallathurai
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 Papanasam

What is the population of Papanasam?

Papanasam has a population of 17,548 residents and is located in India. The population density is 3,943 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Papanasam 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 Papanasam?

Papanasam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.0 inches.

How is the job market in Papanasam?

Papanasam 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 316 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Papanasam?

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

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