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Periyakottai, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Periyakottai is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 17,356. Elevation: 1,188 ft (362 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
17,356 Population 45/sq mi density
1,188 ft Elevation 362 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
28.5 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
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Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment
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Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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About Periyakottai

Periyakottai railway station is an HG-2 category Indian railway station in Madurai railway division of Southern Railway zone. It serves Periyakottai and surrounding areas, located in north eastern suburb of Karaikudi Municipal Corporation in Sivaganga district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

People

Population17,356
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density45/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

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Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units6,942
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain28.5 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation1,188 ft (362 m)
Population17,356
Population Density45 / sq mi
Elevation1,188 ft (362 m)
Coordinates10.5910°, 77.2797°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation28.5 inches (723 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Periyakottai

Periyakottai is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 17,356. The city sits at an elevation of 1,188 feet (362 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Periyakottai has a population of 17,356 with a density of 45 people per square mile, spread across 385.9 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

17,356
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
385.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Periyakottai vs India Average

The median household income in Periyakottai 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 312 business establishments.

Income: Periyakottai 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)312

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Periyakottai 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 6,942 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 Units6,942

Property Tax

Climate in Periyakottai

Periyakottai has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.3°C), the coldest is Jan (22.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1163 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.4°C / 72°F 15.1° / 30.8° 34.1
Feb 24.4°C / 76°F 16° / 34.6° 5.8
Mar 27.6°C / 82°F 17.9° / 38.1° 18.2
Apr 29.3°C / 85°F 21.6° / 39.1° 62.6
May 28.1°C / 83°F 21.8° / 37.8° 95.3
Jun 26.1°C / 79°F 20.8° / 34.5° 84.5
Jul 25.2°C / 77°F 20.8° / 32.3° 110.7
Aug 25.1°C / 77°F 20° / 33° 140.5
Sep 24.8°C / 77°F 19.7° / 31.8° 129.1
Oct 24.5°C / 76°F 19.1° / 32° 232.8
Nov 23.3°C / 74°F 18° / 29.1° 161.5
Dec 22.4°C / 72°F 16.4° / 28.8° 88.6
Periyakottai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 284 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 28.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,188 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above India avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,188 ft (362 m)
Area385.9 sq mi (999.5 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates10.5910°N, 77.2797°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.5"
25% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.10"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.39"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gaja (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 199 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 238 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 243 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.5 in
February 80°F (26°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 83°F (29°C) 0.5 in
April 85°F (29°C) 1.8 in Warmest
May 84°F (29°C) 2.9 in
June 81°F (27°C) 2.1 in
July 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in
August 80°F (27°C) 2.0 in
September 80°F (27°C) 2.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 6.1 in Wettest
November 78°F (25°C) 4.9 in
December 76°F (24°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Periyakottai has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 76°F in December to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Periyakottai

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Vivekananda vidhyalayam
Rajalakshmi Genguswamy Matriculation School
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Radio Stations near Periyakottai

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
mazhai-fm MP3
Hand Of Jesus - CHINESE christian MP3 64 kbps

Libraries in Periyakottai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MCET Central Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Periyakottai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Daily Market

Airports Near Periyakottai

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coimbatore International AirportCJBLarge Airport
Coimbatore Air Force StationSmall Airport

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 Periyakottai

What is the population of Periyakottai?

Periyakottai has a population of 17,356 residents and is located in India. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 385.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Periyakottai 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 Periyakottai?

Periyakottai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.5 inches.

How is the job market in Periyakottai?

Periyakottai 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 312 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Periyakottai?

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

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