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Periyagaram, India

Tamil Nadu · 🇮🇳 India

Periyagaram is a small town in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 4,916. Elevation: 1,332 ft (406 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
4,916 Population
1,332 ft Elevation 406 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population4,916
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation1,332 ft (406 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population4,916
Elevation1,332 ft (406 m)
Coordinates12.4894°, 78.5181°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (894 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Periyagaram a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Periyagaram receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Periyagaram offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Periyagaram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Periyagaram has a population of 4,916. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,916
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Periyagaram vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Periyagaram vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Periyagaram is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Periyagaram vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Periyagaram, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Periyagaram vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Periyagaram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,332 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation1,332 ft (406 m)
Coordinates12.4894°N, 78.5181°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
February 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
April 86°F (30°C) 1.2 in
May 87°F (30°C) 3.5 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 2.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 3.6 in
August 82°F (28°C) 4.8 in
September 81°F (27°C) 5.8 in
October 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in Wettest
November 76°F (24°C) 4.1 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.5 in Coldest

Periyagaram has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 73°F in December to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.4") and February the driest (0.2").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Periyagaram

What is the population of Periyagaram?

Periyagaram has a population of 4,916 residents and is located in India.. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Periyagaram expensive to live in?

Periyagaram is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Periyagaram?

Periyagaram 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 82°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Periyagaram?

Periyagaram has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Periyagaram?

34.4% of adults in Periyagaram hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Periyagaram?

The obesity rate in Periyagaram is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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