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Periya Semūr, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Periya Semūr is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 55,282. Elevation: 597 ft (182 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
55,282 Population 177/sq mi density
597 ft Elevation 182 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
29.1 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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Full City Profile

People

Population55,282
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density177/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units22,113
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Population55,282
Population Density177 / sq mi
Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Coordinates11.3609°, 77.6895°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation29.1 inches (738 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Periya Semūr

Periya Semūr is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 55,282. The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet (182 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Periya Semūr has a population of 55,282 with a density of 177 people per square mile, spread across 312.3 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

55,282
Total Population
177
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
312.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Periya Semūr vs India Average

The median household income in Periya Semūr 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 995 business establishments.

Income: Periya Semūr 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)995

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Periya Semūr 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 22,113 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 Units22,113

Property Tax

Climate in Periya Semūr

Periya Semūr has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.7°C), the coldest is Dec (23.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 981 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.7°C / 75°F 14.9° / 33.5° 19.4
Feb 26.1°C / 79°F 16.5° / 37.2° 3.3
Mar 29.1°C / 84°F 18.6° / 40° 12.7
Apr 30.7°C / 87°F 22.5° / 40.7° 40.7
May 29.4°C / 85°F 22.4° / 39.9° 116.6
Jun 27.6°C / 82°F 21.4° / 36.5° 67.9
Jul 26.6°C / 80°F 21.2° / 35.3° 93.9
Aug 26.5°C / 80°F 20.7° / 35.4° 128.7
Sep 25.9°C / 79°F 20.2° / 34.2° 121.5
Oct 25.2°C / 77°F 19.4° / 33.3° 176.7
Nov 23.9°C / 75°F 17.8° / 30.2° 132.3
Dec 23.2°C / 74°F 15.9° / 30.7° 67.6
Periya Semūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 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 29.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.6°F
53% above India avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Area312.3 sq mi (808.8 km²)
Population Density177/sq mi
Coordinates11.3609°N, 77.6895°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.1"
24% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.85"
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 1 181 km
2011 Thane Category 1 244 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 242 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 176 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 176 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 0.5 in
March 86°F (30°C) 0.6 in
April 88°F (31°C) 1.9 in Warmest
May 88°F (31°C) 3.5 in
June 85°F (29°C) 1.3 in
July 83°F (28°C) 2.2 in
August 83°F (28°C) 3.3 in
September 83°F (28°C) 3.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 6.9 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 3.6 in
December 77°F (25°C) 1.6 in Coldest

Periya Semūr has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 77°F in December to 88°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (0.4").

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Libraries in Periya Semūr

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
cd memorial library0.0
Central Library0.0
Competitive Exam Success Library0.0
Library0.0
Library0.0
Public Branch Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Village Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Periya Semūr

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Monday market
Sandhai
Sunday Market
Weekly Market
Weekly Market
Weekly Market
Weekly Market (sandhai)
திருச்செங்கோடு தினசரி காய்கறி சந்தை

Clinics in Periya Semūr

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Abinav Clinic

Gas Stations in Periya Semūr

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HP
Indian Oil

Airports Near Periya Semūr

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coimbatore International AirportCJBLarge Airport
Salem AirportSXVMedium Airport
Coimbatore Air Force Station—Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Things to See Near Periya Semūr

2 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (1)
  • • Uratchikottai
🏛️ Ruins (1)
  • • bhooth banglou

🇮🇳 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 Periya Semūr

What is the population of Periya Semūr?

Periya Semūr has a population of 55,282 residents and is located in India. The population density is 177 people per square mile, spread across 312.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Periya Semūr 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 Periya Semūr?

Periya Semūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.1 inches.

How is the job market in Periya Semūr?

Periya Semūr 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 995 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Periya Semūr?

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

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