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Periyākkurichchi, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Periyākkurichchi is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 7,599. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,599 Population 28/sq mi density
121 ft Elevation 37 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 29°C
45.4 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

Population7,599
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density28/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units3,040
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (29°C)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Population7,599
Population Density28 / sq mi
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates11.5400°, 79.4894°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (29°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation45.4 inches (1,152 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Periyākkurichchi

Periyākkurichchi is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 7,599. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 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 45.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Periyākkurichchi has a population of 7,599 with a density of 28 people per square mile, spread across 270.0 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,599
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
270.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Periyākkurichchi vs India Average

The median household income in Periyākkurichchi 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 137 business establishments.

Income: Periyākkurichchi 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)137

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Periyākkurichchi 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 3,040 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 Units3,040

Property Tax

Periyākkurichchi 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 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.3°F
54% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area270.0 sq mi (699.2 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates11.5400°N, 79.4894°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.4"
19% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 9.53"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.31"

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 91 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 1 124 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 118 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 179 km
2011 Thane Category 2 48 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 45 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 26 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 253 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 127 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 21 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 83°F (29°C) 0.5 in
April 87°F (31°C) 0.9 in
May 90°F (32°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 1.8 in
July 87°F (30°C) 3.2 in
August 86°F (30°C) 6.3 in
September 85°F (29°C) 5.6 in
October 82°F (28°C) 8.6 in
November 79°F (26°C) 9.5 in Wettest
December 77°F (25°C) 5.3 in

Periyākkurichchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 77°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.5") and February the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Periyākkurichchi

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ar-Rahmath Matriculation School
NLC Elementary School
NLC Higher Secondary School
Little Jawahar Matriculation School
Sacred Heart Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Sri Saraswathi Vidyalaya Nursery & Primary School
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Radio Stations near Periyākkurichchi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Periyākkurichchi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Branch Library, Panruti0.0
Dr.C.P.Ramaswamy Aiyar Library0.0
Neyveli Library0.0
Tax collection centre and Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Periyākkurichchi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fish Market
Thursday Marketplace
Tuesday Marketplace
Weekly vegitable market

Restaurants in Periyākkurichchi

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Anandha Bhavan

Cinemas in Periyākkurichchi

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jayapriya Theater

Clinics in Periyākkurichchi

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mahalakshmi Nursing Home, Cuddalore

Train Stations in Periyākkurichchi

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Neyveli
Uttangalmangalam

Bus Stations in Periyākkurichchi

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bus Stand, Neyveli-2

Gas Stations in Periyākkurichchi

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Hindustan Petroleum
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Nayara

Stadiums & Teams in Periyākkurichchi

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Periyākkurichchi

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pondicherry AirportPNYMedium Airport
Neyveli AirportNVYSmall Airport

Post Offices in Periyākkurichchi

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Neyveli-2 Sub Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Periyākkurichchi

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ALC Centenary Church
Resurrection Of Jesus Christ Church
Siddhivalaakam சித்திவளாகம்
Siddhivalaakam சித்திவளாகம்
Sri Vetri Vinayagar Temple
VALLALAR THIRU ARAI
ஶ்ரீ திரௌபதி அம்மன் திருக்கோயில்

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 Periyākkurichchi

What is the population of Periyākkurichchi?

Periyākkurichchi has a population of 7,599 residents and is located in India. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 270.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Periyākkurichchi 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 Periyākkurichchi?

Periyākkurichchi 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 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.4 inches.

How is the job market in Periyākkurichchi?

Periyākkurichchi 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 137 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Periyākkurichchi?

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

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