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Papparapatti, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Papparapatti is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 12,174. Elevation: 1,627 ft (496 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,174 Population 5,031/sq mi density
1,627 ft Elevation 496 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
32.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,300 Median Income
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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 Papparapatti

Papparapatti is a panchayat town in Dharmapuri district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The original name of this town was Pallur Pettai, later it was officially renamed as Papparapatti by the local government.

People

Population12,174
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density5,031/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units4,870
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,627 ft (496 m)
Population12,174
Population Density5,031 / sq mi
Elevation1,627 ft (496 m)
Coordinates12.2209°, 78.0592°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation32.8 inches (834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Papparapatti

Papparapatti is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 12,174. The city sits at an elevation of 1,627 feet (496 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Papparapatti has a population of 12,174 with a density of 5,031 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,174
Total Population
5,031
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Papparapatti vs India Average

The median household income in Papparapatti 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 219 business establishments.

Income: Papparapatti 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)219

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Papparapatti 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 4,870 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 Units4,870

Property Tax

Climate in Papparapatti

Papparapatti has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.2°C), the coldest is Dec (22.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1051 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.9°C / 73°F 13.9° / 33.1° 11.9
Feb 25.2°C / 77°F 15.2° / 36.9° 3.9
Mar 28.5°C / 83°F 17.3° / 39.8° 10.5
Apr 30.2°C / 86°F 21.3° / 40.7° 42.3
May 29.2°C / 85°F 21.8° / 39.8° 149.8
Jun 27.3°C / 81°F 21.2° / 35.7° 79.4
Jul 26.3°C / 79°F 20.8° / 34.6° 105.9
Aug 26.2°C / 79°F 20.3° / 34.4° 159.3
Sep 25.5°C / 78°F 19.8° / 32.9° 133.5
Oct 24.8°C / 77°F 19.1° / 32° 179.3
Nov 23.4°C / 74°F 16.8° / 29.8° 115.7
Dec 22.5°C / 73°F 14.8° / 30.3° 59.2
Papparapatti has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 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 32.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,627 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above India avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,627 ft (496 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density5,031/sq mi
Coordinates12.2209°N, 78.0592°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.8"
14% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.24"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 280 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 223 km
2016 Vardah Category 1 222 km
2011 Thane Category 1 209 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 212 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 163 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 276 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 157 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 0.3 in
February 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.5 in
April 86°F (30°C) 1.4 in Warmest
May 86°F (30°C) 4.2 in
June 83°F (28°C) 2.0 in
July 81°F (27°C) 2.9 in
August 80°F (27°C) 3.4 in
September 80°F (27°C) 5.2 in
October 78°F (26°C) 7.8 in Wettest
November 75°F (24°C) 3.4 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in Coldest

Papparapatti has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 73°F in December to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Papparapatti

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Elementary School
Girls HS School
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Libraries in Papparapatti

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beruhalli Village - Public Library0.0
Kilai Noolagam, Paparapatti0.0
Library0.0
Library - Baleguli0.0
Nedugal -Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Papparapatti

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market

Gas Stations in Papparapatti

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IOC

Airports Near Papparapatti

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
HAL AirportMedium Airport
Salem AirportSXVMedium Airport
Hosur AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Papparapatti

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gopalsamy temple
Perumal Kovil
Sri Ragavendra Temple, Paparpatti
Sunjeevarayan 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 Papparapatti

What is the population of Papparapatti?

Papparapatti has a population of 12,174 residents and is located in India. The population density is 5,031 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Papparapatti 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 Papparapatti?

Papparapatti has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches.

How is the job market in Papparapatti?

Papparapatti 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 219 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Papparapatti?

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

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