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Pennādam, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Pennādam is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 19,494. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
19,494 Population 80/sq mi density
171 ft Elevation 52 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 29°C
43.1 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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People

Population19,494
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 Units7,798
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (29°C)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Population19,494
Population Density80 / sq mi
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates11.4039°, 79.2416°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (29°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation43.1 inches (1,094 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Pennādam

Pennādam is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 19,494. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet (52 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Pennādam has a population of 19,494 with a density of 80 people per square mile, spread across 243.5 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

19,494
Total Population
80
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
243.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Pennādam vs India Average

The median household income in Pennādam 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 351 business establishments.

Income: Pennādam 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)351

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pennādam 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 7,798 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 Units7,798

Property Tax

Climate in Pennādam

Pennādam has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (31.7°C), the coldest is Jan (24.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1246 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.3°C / 76°F 17.8° / 31.2° 46.9
Feb 25.8°C / 78°F 19.1° / 34.8° 12.9
Mar 28.8°C / 84°F 21° / 39.3° 9.8
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 24° / 40.5° 19.0
May 31.7°C / 89°F 25.2° / 41.4° 73.3
Jun 30.6°C / 87°F 24.8° / 39.3° 64.2
Jul 29.6°C / 85°F 24.2° / 37.6° 100.8
Aug 29.2°C / 85°F 23.8° / 37.6° 132.1
Sep 28.4°C / 83°F 23.3° / 36.2° 126.5
Oct 27.5°C / 81°F 22.6° / 34.6° 174.6
Nov 26°C / 79°F 21.2° / 31.3° 324.1
Dec 24.8°C / 77°F 19.1° / 30.2° 162.3
Pennādam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.4°F
54% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Area243.5 sq mi (630.7 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates11.4039°N, 79.2416°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.1"
13% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.11"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Sep 25, 2001.

Sep 25, 2001 39 km SE of Marakkanam, India M5.2 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 1 154 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 102 km
2016 Vardah Category 1 202 km
2011 Thane Category 2 79 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 75 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 6 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 282 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 158 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 12 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 84°F (29°C) 0.6 in
April 88°F (31°C) 1.2 in
May 90°F (32°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 1.9 in
July 87°F (30°C) 3.0 in
August 86°F (30°C) 6.0 in
September 85°F (29°C) 5.4 in
October 82°F (28°C) 8.1 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 8.1 in
December 77°F (25°C) 4.7 in

Pennādam has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 77°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.1") and February the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Pennādam

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Vidya Mandir Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Government Boys' High School
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Farmers Markets in Pennādam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Tuesday Marketplace

Train Stations in Pennādam

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ichchangadu
Pennadam
Talanallur

Bus Stations in Pennādam

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pennadam Bus Stand

Airports Near Pennādam

4 airports within the area.

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pennādam

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sri Theerthapureeshwarar 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 Pennādam

What is the population of Pennādam?

Pennādam has a population of 19,494 residents and is located in India. The population density is 80 people per square mile, spread across 243.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Pennādam 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 Pennādam?

Pennādam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches.

How is the job market in Pennādam?

Pennādam 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 351 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Pennādam?

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

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